National Allergy Council LimitedRegistered

The National Allergy Council has continued to work this past year on implementing the National Allergy Strategy, funded largely by the Australian Government Department of Health. We have worked across 7 main projects; Allergy 250K youth project Resources and programs including camps, to assist young people living with severe allergy and to help them feel connected to their peers. Nip allergies in the Bub food allergy prevention project A food allergy prevention project providing practical information for parents about the introduction of common allergy causing foods in the first year of life and optimising eczema management. This project also provides resources for health professionals. Anaphylaxis Reporting System A scoping project funded by the Australian Government Department of Health to identify an appropriate anaphylaxis reporting system for Australia. Shared Care Improving access to quality care for people with an allergy with a focus on people living rural and remote. This project also includes a focus on developing standards of care, education and training resources for health professionals, patients and carers. Schools & Childcare Creating a resource hub for schools, children s education and care services, parents and carers, students, camps and health professionals to manage severe allergies in school and children s education settings. Drug Allergy Developing minimum standards, education and training for health professionals, patients and their carers, to optimise patient safety and care. Food Service Supporting the food service sector, including general food service, school canteens/tuckshops, children education and care, camps, hospitals and residential care, to understand their responsibilities in providing appropriate food for those with allergies.