FARE Issues Statement Regarding COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns for Those With Food Allergy
Statement from Lisa Gable, Chief Executive Officer, FARE: “As the voice of the 32 million Americans living with potentially life-threatening food allergies, FARE strongly encourages those with food allergy to work closely with their allergists and physicians on a vaccination strategy that is safest for them and their needs. FARE also encourages the FDA to consider these concerns when reviewing, approving and disseminating information relating to vaccines as they become available to Americans.”
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FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) is the leading nonprofit organization that empowers the food allergy patient across the journey of managing their disease. FARE delivers innovation by focusing on three strategic pillars—advocacy, research, and education—united by the through line of health equity. FARE’s initiatives accelerate the future of food allergy through effective policies and legislation, novel strategies toward prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, and building awareness and community. For more information, visit FoodAllergy.org.