Going Back to School With Food Allergies | Covenant Allergy and Asthma

Preparing to go back to school can be challenging for any family, but there are special concerns for children who have food allergies.

According to Food Allergy Research and Education, or FARE, more than 5.9 million children have some type of food allergy. That’s approximately two children in every classroom.

That’s why our Covenant Allergy team wants to share some insight on handling allergies during school.

Always Be Prepared

Preparation is key. When your child has a food allergy, it’s vitally important to take steps to prepare not just your child, but also teachers and others who will come in contact with your child.

Set Up a Meeting

If you haven’t already, have a meeting with the school’s staff to ensure they are aware of your child’s allergy. By knowing what your child’s allergy is and what can trigger it, the team of teachers and other staff will know how to safely handle any situation that may occur.

Write Up an “Allergy Card”

Write down triggers, symptoms and other information on an allergy card, which will give the school a point of reference in case an allergic reaction occurs.

This information should include details from your child’s physician on how to handle an allergic reaction and may include multiple options depending on the severity of the reaction.

Create a Call List

Part of the plan described above should be instructions about who to call in the case of a reaction. What doctor needs to be called? Who are emergency contacts in case you are not able to be reached?

Remember, being as prepared as possible will help your child’s school be prepared, too, in case an allergic reaction occurs during school hours.

From food allergies to seasonal allergies, our experienced medical team is here to help your child enjoy school without the bother of allergy symptoms. Contact Covenant Allergy and Asthma today to make an appointment.