To coincide with Food Allergy Awareness Week in May 2008, and in response to a reported increase in severe allergic reactions in Australia, the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA) have released new Action Plans for Anaphylaxis. The updated plans, which outline life-saving treatment for those with severe allergies, provide schools, workplaces, carers, family and friends with clear steps to treating someone who has anaphylaxis. 

The original Action Plans for Anaphylaxis, developed by ASCIA in 2003, are now widespread throughout homes, schools and pre-schools in Australia and New Zealand. The updated versions will provide clearer and more detailed instructions to prevent deaths from anaphylaxis.

By educating people about anaphylaxis and how to respond, ASCIA aim to help people remain calm and administer the correct treatment.

The Anaphylaxis Action Plans and fact sheets can be downloaded from the ASCIA website at www.allergy.org.au