Pop Quiz: The average adult spends more than $100 on Valentine’s Day–Myth or Fact? Being curious and having some fun, the makers of EpiPen® did some research on the trends of Valentine’s Day and discovered some fun facts and myths. So, how about this one: You can experience a life threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) from a kiss–myth or fact? Check out the Valentine’s Day Pop Quiz Infographic created by Mylan® for the answer! I’m sharing this Valentine’s Day Pop Quiz Infographic with teachers and friends since it’s fun but also a serious food allergy and anaphylaxis awareness piece. I personally like any and all opportunities to educate others.
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I just love all holidays and the opportunity to celebrate pretty much everything. Unfortunately, when food allergies came into my life, there was a short term dark cloud that hovered over my head until I embraced food allergies, Valentine’s Day and interesting solutions. Now, I get my creativity on! For school, I generally like to make non-food items if possible. Even though I thoroughly understand, dairy, nut, egg and seed allergies. I’m not a gluten free whiz and almost panic if I need to avoid soy. So, bringing in something fun for the kids is a much better choice for me.
I still haven’t decided what to create this Valentine’s Day, so if you have any good ideas, please share in the comments below!
One of the hardest things I find about managing both life threatening food allergies and asthma is talking to others. I hate to be the one that might be perceived as demanding, pushing or for asking too much. What I now know, fourteen years later, is that honest, clear information presented with kindness works!..
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