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An evaluation of Natasha’s Law and FSA’s next steps on food hypersensitivity

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In October 2021, following the tragic death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, we introduced a new allergen labelling law, also known as Natasha’s Law. Deputy Director of Food Policy, Natasha Smith, has written about the impact of the law and our next steps in relation to food hypersensitivity.

TRACE study: Does not getting enough sleep increase the chance of a severe peanut allergic reaction?

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The Threshold Reactivity and Clinical Evaluation (TRACE) study looked at how sleep deprivation, exercise, and repeat allergen exposure over time, can affect the threshold of an allergic reaction

How Greggs prepared for the new Prepacked for Direct Sale (PPDS) food legislation

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Claire Florey, Food Safety and Regulatory Affairs Manager at Greggs discusses the learnings from their preparation for the PPDS change and shares examples that might be of help to smaller businesses.

Our Food Hypersensitivity Strategy and commitment to consumers

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Ahead of the 2021 Food Hypersensitivity Symposium, Sushma Acharya looks at how we’re working to make the UK a place where food is safe, where allergy information can be trusted and where food hypersensitive consumers are included in our food culture.

Food anaphylaxis in the UK - what we've learnt by analysing national data

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Accurate and informed interpretation of data is key to responding effectively to public health matters. Here Ross Yarham explores the learnings of a significant study around food anaphylaxis and how it counters and corrects frequent misunderstandings of food allergy.