BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kids with Food Allergies - ECPv6.14.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Kids with Food Allergies X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kids with Food Allergies REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T173000 DTSTAMP:20250721T212743 CREATED:20250506T145142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T145142Z UID:10000009-1748694600-1748712600@kidswithfoodallergies.org SUMMARY:Food Allergy Conference & Expo DESCRIPTION:The AAFA New England Chapter is hosting a Food Allergy Conference & Expo on Saturday\, May 31\, 12:30-5:30 p.m. ET. The program will include food allergy management workshops\, time designated for informal “Chat and Connect\,” an exhibitor area and a book corner. The event will provide meaningful opportunities for attendees to learn from recognized experts\, to connect with others in the local food allergy community\, and to explore related products and services. \nThe event will be held at the Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel – 100 Cabot Street\, Needham\, MA. \nFor more information on the event agenda\, or to purchase tickets to the event\, visit: https://e.givesmart.com/events/GXq/ URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/event/food-allergy-conference-expo/ LOCATION:Sheraton Boston Needham Hotel\, 100 Cabot Street\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States CATEGORIES:Awareness Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/aafa-new-england-food-allergy-conference-expo-may-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523 DTSTAMP:20250721T212743 CREATED:20250423T203124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T134221Z UID:10000008-1747872000-1747958399@kidswithfoodallergies.org SUMMARY:World EoE Day 2025 DESCRIPTION:AAFA and KFA join GAAPP (The Global Allergy and Airways Patient Platform) in recognizing World Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Day on May 22\, 2025. \nWhat is eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)? \nEosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic (long-term) allergic disease that affects the esophagus – the tube that carries the water and food you swallow to the stomach. When you have EoE\, eosinophils\, a type of white blood cell\, build up in the lining of the esophagus. Allergies\, mainly to foods\, cause this buildup\, and it can lead to swelling\, injury\, and inflammation. With EoE\, swallowing can become difficult\, or you might feel like food is getting stuck in your throat. \n#EoEDay aims to: \n\nRaise awareness of EoE and its symptoms\nEncourage people to seek medical advice for signs like difficulty swallowing or persistent reflux\nAdvocate for better care\, research\, and access to treatment URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/event/world-eoe-day-2025/ CATEGORIES:Awareness Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/World-EoE-Day-post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)":MAILTO:support@aafa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525 DTSTAMP:20250721T212743 CREATED:20250515T172956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T172956Z UID:10000010-1747526400-1748131199@kidswithfoodallergies.org SUMMARY:National Eosinophil Awareness Week 2025 DESCRIPTION:AAFA and KFA join the American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) in recognizing National Eosinophil Awareness Week\, May 18-24\, 2025. The purpose of this week is to create awareness and educate both the general public and the medical community about eosinophil-associated diseases. \nEosinophils are a type of white blood cell. The purpose of these white blood cells is to help you fight infections. Sometimes these immune cells are over-reactive and cause inflammation in the body. When a person has elevated numbers of eosinophils in their digestive system\, tissues\, organs\, and/or bloodstream\, without a known cause\, they may have an eosinophil-associated disease. \nThe purpose of this week is to create awareness and educate both the general public and the medical community about eosinophil-associated diseases. URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/event/national-eosinophil-awareness-week-2025/ CATEGORIES:Awareness Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-NEAW-Square-1080x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)":MAILTO:support@aafa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518 DTSTAMP:20250721T212743 CREATED:20250423T202710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201350Z UID:10000007-1746921600-1747526399@kidswithfoodallergies.org SUMMARY:Food Allergy Awareness Week 2025 DESCRIPTION:We set aside this week during Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month to focus on food allergy awareness. \nA food allergy occurs when the body’s immune system sees a certain food as harmful and reacts by causing allergic symptoms. Foods that cause allergic reactions are allergens. \nAbout 20 million people in the U.S. have food allergies (16 million adults and 4 million children). We commonly hear about children with food allergies. But people can develop a food allergy at any age. Many adults develop food allergies even without a prior history of allergies. \nThere is no cure for food allergies. The only way to prevent an allergic reaction is to avoid the food you are allergic to. The good news is with the right steps\, you can manage your food allergies and live a full life. \nFind food allergy awareness information and social media tools on our Kids with Food Allergies website. URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/event/food-allergy-awareness-week-2025/ CATEGORIES:Awareness Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/food-allergy-ribbon-FAAW-profile-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)":MAILTO:support@aafa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502 DTSTAMP:20250721T212743 CREATED:20250423T202424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201600Z UID:10000006-1746057600-1746143999@kidswithfoodallergies.org SUMMARY:Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month 2025 Begins DESCRIPTION:Since 1984\, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has declared May as “National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.” It is a peak season for people with asthma and allergies and a perfect time to educate patients\, family\, friends\, co-workers\, and other people about allergic diseases. \nJoin us through May as we raise awareness about asthma\, allergies\, and other allergic diseases through education and advocacy. \n*Kids with Food Allergies is a division of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/event/asthma-and-allergy-awareness-month-2025-begins/ CATEGORIES:Awareness Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/asthma-and-allergy-awareness-month-2023-kfa-BT.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kids with Food Allergies (KFA)":MAILTO:support@aafa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T200000 DTSTAMP:20250721T212743 CREATED:20250423T152759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T154012Z UID:10000005-1745521200-1745524800@kidswithfoodallergies.org SUMMARY:Food Allergen Labeling in Restaurants (Webinar) DESCRIPTION:Eating out with food allergies in the U.S. can be challenging. We need food allergen labeling laws for restaurants to help protect people with food allergies and prevent severe allergic reactions. In this webinar\, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) – co-sponsor of the ADDE Act\, California SB 68 – and other advocacy leaders will talk about: \n\nThe current reality of dining out with food allergies\nAAFA’s goal to improve food allergen labeling on menus\nCalifornia’s ADDE Act\nAdvocate voices\nHow you can take action\n\nPresented by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: \n\nKenneth Mendez\, President and CEO\nJenna Riemenschneider\, Vice President of Advocacy and Policy\nAlexa Jordan\, Advocacy and Policy Coordinator\n\n  \nAnd featuring the following panelists: \nRobyn Huey Lao\nAddie’s mom and co-sponsor of the ADDE Act\, California SB 68 \nLianne Mandelbaum\nFounder\nThe No Nut Traveler \nThomas Silvera\nElijah-Alavi Foundation \nToni Taylor\nExecutive Director\nAllergy Advocates New York \nJon Terry\nCo-founder\nAllergy Advocates New York URL:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/event/food-allergen-labeling-in-restaurants/ CATEGORIES:Webinar (Patients and Caregivers) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/food-allergen-labeling-in-restaurants-webinar-BT.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)":MAILTO:support@aafa.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR