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New FAACT College Resource Center
New FAACT College Resource Center In honor of Food Allergy Awareness Month, FAACT is launching our new College Resource Center – a comprehensive toolkit covering the phases of starting college, a trade school, or a

Top Three Steps to Saying “Yes” to College During COVID-19
by Caroline Moassessi, FAACT Vice-President of Community Relations March is a nail-biter for both upcoming college students waiting to hear good news about their college applications and parents grappling with sending

Food Allergy Education and Growth Through FAACT’s Family Activities
by Caroline Moassessi, FAACT’s Vice President of Community Relations Let your child’s imagination turn your living room into a French bistro and your backyard into a soccer field - with a little help from
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Preparing for an Allergic Reaction
by Caroline Moassessi, FAACT’s Vice President of Community Relations A few months ago, my phone rang before 6am. I answered. My college aged son calmly explained he believed he was having an allergic reaction.

College Ready? Here Are Some Tips on How to Communicate About Your Food Allergies!
by Caroline Moassessi, FAACT’s Vice President of Community Relations The adventure begins. You, the Class of 2020, made history as you finished your senior year digitally during a global pandemic. Made of grit,
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Quarantining with Food Allergies
Life with food allergies got even more complicated when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. We have a few tips on staying safe. Shopping: Brands you know and trust may be hard to find in your local store. Check online for

FAACT's Resource Page on COVID-19
Updated 9/4/22 Given the global spread of novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, we appreciate that these are uncertain and stressful times. The safety and health of all individuals is always the highest priority

FAACT Welcomes New Member to the Leadership Team
Linda MenighanVice President of Programs In 2002, my 10-month-old daughter, Bailey, experienced the first of what turned out to be multiple, life-threatening allergic reactions to food. We had invited some friends over

FAACT Shares 10 Important Safety Reminders for Celebrating the Holidays
by Stacey Stratton The holidays are approaching and can bring your family party invites and travel plans. Here are some food allergy safety reminders to help you have a safe and enjoyable holiday season. 1.

Highlights from FAACT's Summits
by Caroline Moassessi Bridging a desperately needed gap, five years ago FAACT launched the inaugural Food Industry and Research Summit. “This is the only meeting in the nation where everyone comes together, from