Ireland’s new Food Allergy & Food Intolerance Network

Monday, 29 August 2011 10:52

Safefood is a government body responsible for the promotion of food safety on the island of Ireland. Its most recent initiative is sponsorship of ‘the Food Allergy and Food Intolerance Network’ which is a social network focused on facilitating cooperation between all with an interest in food allergy and food intolerance.

The stated aims of the network are as follows:

a. Improving the quality of life of those with food allergies or food intolerance and reducing the risk of anaphylaxis;

b. Making it easier for food companies to supply safe food for sufferers; and

c. Promoting exchange of knowledge about all aspects of food allergy and food intolerance.

To achieve these aims the network provides an opportunity to link consumers, representatives of industry, regulatory bodies and researchers to encourage collaboration, cooperation and dissemination of information. Current and future needs in relation to food allergy and food intolerance in Ireland will also be evaluated via the network.

Participation in the network requires sign up, which can be undertaken at the following website: http://safefoodallergy.ning.com