Allergy New Zealand

Allergy New Zealand Allergy New Zealand is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping people living with allergies.

Allergy NZ has the advice and support of a medical panel, which is made up of allergy specialists, nurses and dietitians, in order to keep our members informed with reliable, up to date allergy advice. We also represent the interests of people with allergies to government, policy makers and the media. We provide information and guidance to the health, education and food sectors and support researc

h. Since 2007, we have been honoured to have Peter Charles Leitch QSM , aka The Mad Butcher, as our Allergy New Zealand Ambassador. Peter has provided an enormous amount of support in fundraising and building our profile.

What does ""may contain traces of peanut"" actually mean? The science behind those labels is about to get a lot clearer....
18/06/2026

What does ""may contain traces of peanut"" actually mean? The science behind those labels is about to get a lot clearer.

The Codex Committee on Food Labelling has advanced the global Precautionary Allergen Labelling guideline to its final stage before worldwide adoption. Australian and New Zealand experts played a key role in getting it here.

This is good news for every allergy family reading food labels. Learn what this means at allergy.org.nz

Big news for the peanut allergy community. Palforzia, the world's first FDA-approved oral immunotherapy for peanut aller...
18/06/2026

Big news for the peanut allergy community. Palforzia, the world's first FDA-approved oral immunotherapy for peanut allergy in children, will be discontinued on 31 July 2026.

The manufacturer has confirmed this decision is not linked to safety or effectiveness. Families currently using Palforzia should speak with their allergy specialist about next steps as soon as possible.

Research into peanut allergy treatments continues. For support, visit allergy.org.nz

HRV is a long-time supporter of Allergy New Zealand’s work. Follow the link below to discover how their ventilation syst...
17/06/2026

HRV is a long-time supporter of Allergy New Zealand’s work. Follow the link below to discover how their ventilation systems can improve the health of your home, and how to enter
the draw for this competition.

https://www.hrv.co.nz/?fha=1&utm_source=email&utm_medium=edm&utm_campaign=hrv_car_giveaway_june_july_2026&_cldee=2cR6f_1k6Anl1d9ynMkqb_WZwAOwbLsmdcWojUY-TuWMhrXqZ_gyzbqnwHweDwot&recipientid=contact-3970b846ab5ee611b294005056bfa769-6a36f3df5db64883859cd691d34de2f7&esid=1933cdb5-de5e-f111-ab90-000d3ae05149

Did you know that reusing cooking oil can transfer allergens to foods that never contained them?New research published i...
16/06/2026

Did you know that reusing cooking oil can transfer allergens to foods that never contained them?

New research published in the Journal of Food Protection found that when oil is reused after cooking cashews, measurable levels of cashew protein transferred to other foods like potato chips, at levels that could trigger reactions in cashew-allergic individuals.

This is worth knowing at home and asking about when eating out. For food allergy safety guidance, visit allergy.org.nz

When did you last check your EpiPen?As winter arrives and routines shift, now is a great time for a quick EpiPen audit. ...
06/06/2026

When did you last check your EpiPen?

As winter arrives and routines shift, now is a great time for a quick EpiPen audit. Check the expiry date, make sure the device is stored somewhere accessible, and confirm that your school or workplace knows exactly where it is.

Remember: Pharmac has funded EpiPens for eligible New Zealanders since February 2023. If you or your child qualifies, make sure your prescription is current.

Here is the full explanation - https://www.pharmac.govt.nz/news-and-resources/consultations-and-decisions/2022-12-15-decision-to-fund-adrenaline-auto-injectors-for-the-emergency-treatment-of-anaphylaxis

More info at allergy.org.nz

Could what happens in the first 72 hours of life affect your baby's allergy risk?A 2025 study published in the EAACI jou...
04/06/2026

Could what happens in the first 72 hours of life affect your baby's allergy risk?

A 2025 study published in the EAACI journal, Allergy, shared evidence that newborns exclusively fed colostrum - the first breastmilk produced in their first 72 hours of life - were five times less likely to develop a peanut allergy and 11 times less likely to develop multiple food allergies by 12–18 months.

The study's researchers noted that not every parent can breastfeed exclusively.

More at https://www.uwa.edu.au/news/article/2025/september/research-links-exclusive-colostrum-intake-to-reduced-peanut-allergy-risk

Did you know that introducing peanut and egg early could actually help prevent food allergies in your baby?New 2026 ASCI...
04/06/2026

Did you know that introducing peanut and egg early could actually help prevent food allergies in your baby?

New 2026 ASCIA guidelines confirm it: start introducing common allergens in trace amounts soon after solids begin, usually around 6 months, but not before 4 months. Once your baby tolerates an allergen, you can offer it at least once a week to help maintain that tolerance.

Consult your GP or Plunket nurse before you begin. Full guidance at https://www.allergy.org.au/about-ascia/info-updates/updated-ascia-guideline-infant-feeding-for-food-allergy-prevention-published-january-2026

We're proud to be a community partner at this Saturday's Manava Ora Expo in Otahuhu!It's a free family health event brou...
03/06/2026

We're proud to be a community partner at this Saturday's Manava Ora Expo in Otahuhu!It's a free family health event brought to you by Maxcare Medical Centre, with expert stalls, free health checks on the day, and giveaways too. A great morning out for the whole whānau.📍 Otahuhu Town Hall, 10 High Street, Otahuhu
📅 Saturday 6 June 2026
⏰ 9:00am to 12:00pmRegistration is required, one per person. Email [email protected] to register.Hope to see you there!

Have you ever heard of thunderstorm asthma?First reported in the 1980s, the term refers to an asthma attack that starts ...
30/04/2026

Have you ever heard of thunderstorm asthma?

First reported in the 1980s, the term refers to an asthma attack that starts or worsens after a thunderstorm. It can also affect people with seasonal allergic rhinitis and can sometimes overwhelm hospitals after a significant weather event.

According to this Harvard Health article, understanding the triggers can help you stay well and be prepared.

Read more here: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/thunderstorm-asthma-bad-weather-allergies-and-asthma-attacks-202206222766

You are invited to the eighth Chefs’ Pacific Six Course Health & Allergen Awareness Kai event on 15 May. Held at the Nau...
28/04/2026

You are invited to the eighth Chefs’ Pacific Six Course Health & Allergen Awareness Kai event on 15 May.

Held at the Naumi Hotel Auckland Airport, it will be led by Chef Ana from Gia’s Catering and Chef Rodney from Restaurant Lunar & Bar. Use the QR code in the image to find out more.

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