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Peanut Allergy and Public School

hi i am a mom of a SEVERELY ALLERGIC TO PEANUT kiddo who is about to start kindergarten in a new school. I am wondering what my rights are as far as his safety at school regarding the allergy. i.e. is it his right to be in a peanut free room? or to make both kindergarten classes peanut free (there are only 2) since both kindergarten classes will be eating in the cafeteria together and then recess together afterwards? if one kid has eaten a pb&j sandwich and then they go out for recess afterwards and he touches my kid, its over. my child...

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Calling Moms of Children with Food allergies....what Is Your School's Epi Policy

Hi Moms: My son has a peanut allergy. Like many of you we carry and Benadryl, epi pen and albuterol inhaler everywhere. No problem, I just carry a bigger bag.:) Here's my question: I signed my 5 year old son up for a very reputable camp this summer. Their allergy response policy is unlike any I have ever encountered. His allergy action plan calls for Benadryl, epi & inhaler in that order if needed. The camp will ONLY administer the epi pen. They will NOT administer Benadryl and he has to self administer the inhaler. I find this to be...