Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research
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Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR) in collaboration w/ @NUFeinbergMed @LurieChildrens is committed to world-class #allergy and #asthma research.
Chicago, IL
Joined June 2020
RT @NoNutTraveler: Over 8 years ago, on a buffet line in Rome, I approached @ruchisgupta @cfaarnu re designing a survey to capture experie…
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Happy Thanksgiving from CFAAR! We are grateful for all of you and this amazing community. We wish all of you a relaxing and fun holiday with your loved ones. Thank you for all your support! 🧡
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The CFAAR Ambassadors Program continues to inspire the next generation of leaders in public health, fostering a passion for research & advocacy in young minds. Learn more & apply today! #cfaartogether #ambassadors #northwesternuniversity #luriechildrens
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It is so important to advocate for #foodallergy awareness. It is important to see an allergist & always carry epinephrine. 504 plans are needed & students need to communicate clearly about their needs based on doctor diagnosis & #reactionhistory.
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🎙️ Food allergies are more than a peanut problem. Dr. Chris Warren shares data on the prevalence & challenges of living with food allergies in the U.S. Discover how this research could drive better interventions for those facing these burdens.📊
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RT @Elijahsecho: Remembering you, my son, Elijah-Alavi. Taken too soon due to a food allergy incident, but your legacy lives on in our figh…
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CFAAR Science Sleuths is a 3-month self-guided program providing students of all ages a STEM-based opportunity to become young researchers & explore the field of scientific research. Learn more and submit the interest form: Apply today! 🔍💜
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🌟CFAAR Ambassadors Program🌟 is a weeklong experience that provides high school students with an in-depth introduction to #publichealth research. Students will work directly with faculty & research staff. Learn more and apply today:
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We are thrilled to share that Dr. Bilaver has been awarded a grant from the National Peanut Board to support her project titled “Exploration and Preparation for Implementing Food Allergy Prevention within the WIC Program’s Infant Nutrition Education and Breastfeeding Counseling."
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Happy Halloween from CFAAR! This #Halloween, be sure to read ingredient labels & check the packaging carefully for your allergens before consuming any treats — even ones you’ve had in the past! Check out our Fun Over Fear Webinar recording!🎃
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CFAAR conducted a study of a Market Scan Database about health care resource use among insured people with #foodallergies. Out-of-pocket cost per patient per year for emergency department visits, & hospitalizations is an average of $1,631 annually.
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RT @KimberlyBlumen1: @ruchisgupta live in Boston at #citywide discussing food allergy epidemiology and impact @MGHAllergy @BWHAllergy https…
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RT @ruchisgupta: Last week, I attended Mass General Hospital & Brigham Allergy Grand Rounds! Thank you for inviting me! It was a wonderful…
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The CFAAR Scholars Program continues to strengthen student’s skills in epidemiological, clinical & community-based research. Students will leave our program with a new definition of health to guide them as they move through their educational careers!
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‼️The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is advising people with a #peanutallergy to avoid consuming foods that may contain #mustard, they could be contaminated with peanuts.‼️ The FSA is identifying how many products may be affected - 50 have been recalled.
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#CFAARScholars is a 7-week internship for undergraduate, graduate, & medical students! This opportunity will strengthen student's skills in clinical & community-based research. #Scholars will help students grow as advocates & investigators! Apply today!
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Halloween is almost here! Join CFAAR & MOCHA team members, Melissa Engel, PhD, Denise Bunning, MSED, Kethan Bajaj, & Ryan Smith on Wednesday, October 16th at 4pm CT for our Fun Over Fear Webinar! 🧡🎃
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Dr. Ruchi Gupta & Dr. Chris Warren were co-authors in a study about the awareness & application of food allergy prevention guidelines. We recommend that all healthcare workers read the 2017 (NIAID) peanut allergy prevention guidelines. 🥜
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Fall is here, it’s important to be prepared, especially when managing food allergies! Join Melissa Engel, PhD; Samantha Sansweet, MPH; and Sarah Valaika, MS I/ECMH-C on Wednesday, September 25th at 6:30pm for Fall Fest: Food Allergy Edition!
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