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On Saturday, April 23, The Southern California Food Allergy Institute hosted its first patient event Food Freedom Fun Fest at The Salvation Army Corps and Community Center in Long Beach, CA. Food Freedom Fun Fest was a TIP patient community event, designed especially for our patients.

“Freedom. This is a word many people all across the globe have different meanings and interpretations of. Here at SCFAI, Dr. Randhawa and his staff have changed the lives of hundreds of people of all ages and types by offering a path to food freedom. I am one of them.”

When you go away to college, it is likely that it is your first time living away from the comforting and safe environment of your own home. Having food allergies in college may seem difficult, but it really isn’t. Read below for a guide to college living with food allergies!

Eating at restaurants can be scary if you have food allergies. It is common to panic or avoid dining out. After following these simple steps, you will feel way more comfortable and in control when dining out!

As a parent, sending your child anywhere without you can be scary. It is even frightening for parents with children who have allergies. Eliminate these fears by teaching your children to advocate for themselves!

Managing food allergies can be challenging for everyone in your family, from the child who has a life-threatening allergy to the parent who is constantly worrying anytime food is around. Whether you just received your diagnosis or have been living with food allergies for years, food allergy anxiety is a common struggle that can...

Approximately 32 million Americans have food allergies, with 200,000 people requiring emergency medical care each year from a reaction. With the number of people with peanut allergies alone quadrupling between 1997-2010, there is a need to bring attention to this major health issue affecting the lives of children and adults...

Back to school is right around the corner! This is an exciting and stressful time for food allergy families. Follow these tips to plan ahead and get ready for a safe and healthy school year.1. Prepare your medical formsPrepare medical forms for your school that outline your child’s allergens and the medications to take in case...

If your child has a food allergy, it only takes a small amount of a food allergen being present in their food to induce a reaction. Cross contamination is defined as the transfer of bacteria from one substance to another. Here are some helpful tips to keep your child safe and prevent any accidental cross contamination.