It is no secret that teachers are expected to or asked to play many roles on their campuses and in their communities – educator, coach, counselor, advocate, and many more – so why is adding something else to their plate so important? No problem can be fixed until a problem is identified. Whether your campus …
Fire drills and tornado drills have very set structures and safety points that can become muscle memory for many staff and students. When it comes to medical emergencies on campus, no two emergencies will ever be the same so no two emergency drills should be the same. While that can seem like a daunting idea …
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Field trips and extracurricular activities provide valuable learning experiences and opportunities for students to explore the world beyond the classroom. However, for students with allergies, these outings can present unique challenges and potential risks. As educators and caregivers, it is our responsibility to ensure the safety and inclusion of all students, including those with allergies. …
Code Ana does a lot but it doesn’t do everything alone! Below are some of our partners and supporters that we work with frequently. This list is ever-growing so make sure to check out our resources page and for the most up-to-date information. Allison Rose Foundation Based in Ohio, this non-profit provides food allergy education …
The Wahoo Cool for School program set out to provide free food allergy testing to a cohort of kids in need of care in the community surrounding UVA. This served to simultaneously provide access to testing to eligible participants while fostering a connection between the food allergy families in the greater Charlottesville area, the food …
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School safety is a top priority for school administrators today. Physical improvements, like surveillance systems and secure entrances, help create an environment of greater security. Still, school officials are now also focusing on communication tools to address emergencies as quickly and efficiently as possible. By equipping faculty, staff, and students with access to communication networks …
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As the incidence of anaphylaxis increases, communities need to know how to recognize and respond to allergy emergencies. Allergists can play an impactful role in allergy preparedness by teaching first responders how they can teach schools about anaphylaxis. One way Code Ana helps prepare communities for anaphylaxis is through its train-the-trainer (TTT) programs. Our inaugural …
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Code Ana is continually creating new education for those that are interested in learning more about anaphylaxis, epinephrine, medical safety, and medical emergency planning. While most of our certification courses require a fee, we have many courses and programs that are completely free to use. While our online epi certification is the only course that …
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Approximately 20% of children with food allergy have a reaction at school. Prompt recognition and proper response to anaphylaxis are important to saving lives. Educators spend much of the day with children, and children sometimes have their first food allergy reaction at school, so it is critical for educators to be equipped to recognize and …
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