Anaphylaxis UK: Let's Talk About Allergies
Welcome to the Anaphylaxis UK Podcast ‘Let's Talk About Allergies’, your go-to resource for all things related to serious allergies. Our episodes raise awareness about anaphylaxis, provide expert answers to common questions, and offer insights into daily life with allergies. Our goal is to educate, support and foster a sense of community, helping those with allergies feel informed and less isolated. Tune in to learn about recognising and treating anaphylaxis and living confidently with allergies.
Visit our website for more resources: https://www.anaphylaxis.org.uk/
- Update frequency
- every 23 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 17
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Neffy and Adrenaline for Anaphylaxis - Your Questions Answered
In this episode we’re joined by Professor Adam Fox OBE, a leading Consultant Paediatric Allergist at Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Professor of Paediatric Allergy at King’s College London, and …
Back-to-School Allergy Prep: Top Tips for Parents
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Allergies, we welcome back Tracey Dunn, Education and AllergyWise® Manager at Anaphylaxis UK. With her extensive 15-year experience as a headteacher in allergy-awa…
How Schools Can Keep Children with Allergies Safe: Practical Tips for Staff
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Allergies, we’re joined once again by Tracey Dunn, Education and AllergyWise® Manager at Anaphylaxis UK and leader of the Safer Schools Programme. With her extensi…
Preventing Food Allergies in Children: Expert Advice on Early Steps, Skincare and Weaning
In this episode we’re joined by Professor Helen Brough, a leading Paediatric Allergy and Immunology specialist at Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Professor at King’s College London, and founder o…
Infant Weaning & Allergies: How to Introduce Allergens Safely and Prevent Food Allergies
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Allergies we celebrate #NationalWeaningWeek by guiding you through the exciting—and sometimes nerve‑wracking—journey of introducing solid foods to your baby. We're…
Anaphylaxis UK’s Next Step: Addressing the Emotional Impact of Allergies
Living with serious allergies isn't just a physical challenge—it can take a significant emotional toll. In this episode of Let’s Talk About Allergies, we explore an innovative new initiative from Ana…
Preparing for Secondary School with Food Allergies
Discover essential strategies for managing allergies as your child transitions to secondary school in this episode of Let's Talk About Allergies. The move from primary to secondary education brings n…
Understanding Penicillin Allergies: What Every GP Should Know
In this short episode, we revisit a conversation between our Chief Executive Simon and GP & Allergy Specialist Dr. Helen Evans Howells, as they delve into the complexities of penicillin allergies and…
Visiting your GP for Allergy Care
In this episode, our CEO Simon Williams sits down with experienced GPs Dr. Lisa Brigstocke and Dr. Helen Evans Howells, to guide you through every step of your allergy appointment. From what you shou…
The Truth About Allergies: Debunking Myths for a Safer Christmas
In this episode of Let’s Talk About Allergies, Anaphylaxis UK welcome back Dr Helen Evan-Howells to tackle some of the most common misconceptions surrounding allergies. From well-meaning but misguide…
Allergy-Friendly Festivities: Tips for Keeping Children with Allergies Safe at School This Christmas
Discover how to navigate Christmas events at school when a child has allergies in this episode of Let's Talk About Allergies. The festive season is a time for celebration, but for families managing a…
Managing Allergy-Related Anxiety: What Does the Research Say?
In this episode of Let's Talk About Allergies, Anaphylaxis UK welcomes back Prof. Chrissie Jones to delve deeper into the mental health challenges faced by parents, adults, and children living with f…
Navigating Mental Health with Allergies: An Expert Discussion with Prof. Rebecca Knibb
In this episode of Let's Talk About Allergies, we revisit our CEO Simon Williams’ conversation with Professor Rebecca Knibb, as they explore the significant psychological pressures individuals with a…
Understanding Allergy-Related Anxiety: An Expert Discussion with Prof. Chrissie Jones
In this episode, our CEO Simon Williams and Prof. Chrissie Jones explore the mental health challenges faced by individuals after receiving a serious allergy diagnosis. Prof. Jones explains how differ…
Understanding Allergies: Symptoms, Types, and Emergency Response
In this episode of Let's Talk About Allergies by Anaphylaxis UK, we revisit insightful interviews with leading experts to break down the fundamentals of allergies, their symptoms, and what to do in a…
Venom Allergy Testing & Immunotherapy: Your Questions Answered
In this second episode of our Bee & Wasp Venom Campaign Series, we welcome back venom allergy specialist, Dr. Andrew Whyte to address some of the questions that have emerged since last year's intervi…
Allergies to Bee & Wasp Stings - Our 2023 Bee & Wasp Venom Awareness Campaign
In this episode we explore allergies to bee and wasp stings, covering symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Discover effective strategies for managing allergic reactions as our Chief Executive Simon W…