May is Food Allergy Awareness Month in Canada and new this year is our “Know it. Treat it.” campaign. This campaign is about de-mystifying anaphylaxis and empowering all Canadians to “Know” what the signs and symptoms are and how to “Treat” anaphylaxis. Hear first-hand from Canadians across the country about their anaphylaxis stories and learn from their experiences. Our goal is to have all Canadians feel confident in managing anaphylaxis.
Living with a food allergy and the risk of anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction that has the potential to be life-threatening, can be unpredictable. Since reactions can happen despite best efforts, it’s important to recognize the symptoms of anaphylaxis and know how to treat it with epinephrine, the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis.
Find out how you can get involved to create food allergy awareness and educate through our “Know it. Treat it.” campaign. Click on a section below to learn more!
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Hear from Canadians on their anaphylaxis stories and share yours. Help raise awareness while educating at the same time.
Join the #KnowItTreatIt conversation and enter the contest! Share your anaphylaxis story or how you would Know and Treat anaphylaxis for a chance to win 1-of-4 exclusive prizes.
Sign up for our webinars, take a photo of a monument lit in teal, and participate in Instagram Live sessions!
Get the facts behind anaphylaxis and epinephrine. Share our #KnowItTreatIt facts on social media to spread food allergy awareness and education.
Become a #FoodAlleryChampionDonate, fundraise, purchase a Shine A Teal Light bracelet, or support a fundraiser! Get involved this month and support our charity.
Resources on anaphylaxisLearn how to recognize and treat anaphylaxis. Watch our educational videos, take a free AllergyAware.ca course, download tip sheets, and more!