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Parents Protest Peanut Allergy Precautions [VIDEO]

The Minnesota Twins Fear For Your Life

I remember going to White Sox games as a child with my father, and the first thing he would do after we parked at the stadium was seek out a peanut vendor. It's not a baseball game if you're not eating peanuts, right? Little did I know then the dangers my father was subjecting me too.There are many people in the world...

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Employee Discriminated Against Because Of Peanut Allergy, Lawsuit Claims

Around 3.3 million Americans are allergic to nuts.

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New and Promising Food Allergy Treatment 'Tricks' the Immune System

Like any parent whose child has multiple and life-threatening food allergies, I scrutinize any pronouncements of treatments through the lens of my child's body.

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Parents Say Student's Peanut Allergy Hazardous to Their Kids

If your child suffers from a peanut allergy, you know just how diligent you need to be to make sure they stay safe.

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Peanut Allergies: Snacks With a Side of Drama

Experts don't know how to prevent the dreaded peanut allergy.

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Peanut Allergy in Children Linked to Eating Peanuts While Pregnant

Put down the peanut butter and step away from the grape jelly.

Background on Peanut Allergies

Peanut allergy is a type of food allergy distinct from nut allergies. It is a type 1 hypersensitivity reaction to dietary substances from peanuts causing an overreaction of the immune system which in a small percentage of people may lead to severe physical symptoms.

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