Living with allergies goes far beyond the physical symptoms. The unseen burden - constant hyper-vigilance, endless label checks, second-guessing social situations, and the strain placed on families - can feel overwhelming.

For Anaphylaxis Awareness Week, we are moving beyond the theory to focus on actionable, evidence-based tools. Clinical Psychologist James Dayer and Health Psychologist Chrissie Jones from the University of Surrey, part of our Knowledge Transfer Partnership project, join us to share practical strategies for calming allergy anxiety and building day-to-day confidence for you and your loved ones.

More resources:

For our previous episode on allergy anxiety and the research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwhF-LqpOV4

Our resources for adults and parents of children with allergies: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/living-with-serious-allergies/anxiety-and-allergies/

Find a support group: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/living-with-serious-allergies/anaphylaxis-uk-support-groups/

From student flat kitchen politics to backpacking in South East Asia - living with serious allergies isn't just about reading food labels, it's about the mental load and preparation that comes with it.

For Anaphylaxis Awareness Week 2026, we’re shining a spotlight on what true inclusivity looks like. Living with serious allergies shouldn’t put invisible barriers in the way of university life, travel, dating, or starting a career.

In this episode, our Information Officer Emilia speaks with two young guests, Jamie & Alexei, to share their best tips on self-advocacy, handling friendships, and how mates can be top-tier allies.

Please note that the guests in this episode mention EpiPen as their brand of adrenaline device. There are two other brands available in the UK. These are Jext and EURneffy.

Find more resources and guidance at www.anaphylaxis.org.uk

For guidance on managing allergies at university, visit: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/living-wit...

For travel tips, visit: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/living-wit...

Join Dr Adrian Sie, a leading consultant in paediatrics and allergy specialist, and Tracey Dunn, Education and AllergyWise manager, as they discuss the often misunderstood topic of nut-free schools.

They’ll look at the common misconceptions made about nut-free environments and what the evidence tells us when it comes to making children safer in school. Both Adrian and Tracey share their expert perspectives on the pros and cons of nut-free environments. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or simply curious about the topic, this video offers valuable insights and information on one of the hottest debates in the allergy community.

For information on allergy training for schools: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/education/allergywise-for-schools-information/

Understand Benedict’s law and prepare for the changes and what to expect: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/education/benedicts-law/

Safer Schools resources from Anaphylaxis UK: https://anaphylaxis.org.uk/education/safer-schools-programme/