Local Allergist, Doctor Philip Gallagher, said if a child has a food-allergy come trick-or-treat night, these are a few symptoms to look out for.
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“Having allergies makes you more aware of and conscious about what you eat”, said Samantha Owyang, a sophomore with nut allergies. Allergic reactions should be taken extremely seriously.
Moassessi knows from experience that if you want to keep your kids safe, you have to be prepared.
According to the FARE website, it is estimated that 18 million Americans suffer from allergies, and approximately 1 in 18 children under 18 have allergies.
Heidi Sexson told Shari Rudavsky of the Indianapolis Star she saw the project’s benefits from a different view: As a parent of a child whose Halloween experience proves frustrating because of food allergies.
FACET also invites the community to the FARE Walk for food allergies.
The organization Food Allergy Research and Information launched a national campaign past year called the Teal Pumpkin Project to raise awareness of food allergies and promote the inclusion of all trick-or-treaters throughout the Halloween season.
Started in 2014 by FARE, the Teal Pumpkin Project encourages understanding toward those with food allergies.
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“No part of it is asking people to get rid of candy, they’re just asking people, would you consider something that’s not candy”, she says. Reed High School and Juniper Elementary in Sparks will both offer non-food treats at upcoming events.
