Research often starts by asking a single question, but for Dr. Timothy Richmond his started by experiencing the question, too. “I have a personal interest in food allergies because I have them myself,” said Dr. Richmond. “I was working in allergy as a resident alongside Dr. Jinzhu Li when I learned about an opportunity to […]
7 Ways to Prepare for a Food Allergy Emergency this Holiday
Quick action is key during a serious allergic reaction. That’s why, kind of like a fire drill, it’s smart to occasionally review the instructions your doctor gave you and run through the steps you would take in an emergency. And, there’s no better time than now to brush up on your skills. “Allergy emergencies can […]
Recent EpiPen legislation is saving lives on and off the field
I’m happy to hear schools are taking the initiative after the Ohio House Bill 296 passed last year. The bill calls for schools to stock EpiPens and allows trainers, coaches and other sideline personnel to administer it on somebody who wasn’t actually prescribed epinephrine.
Not only is it saving lives with greater access to the injectors, but also more people are being trained on how to administer the medication.
