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High school junior Siona Shah recently organized and led a Hometown Heroes Walk for Food Allergy in her community. Hear what inspired her to raise food allergy awareness through this volunteer-driven event and learn how you can be a Hometown Hero, too!

Siona Shah Lori Green and families Hometown Heroes Walk August 2023

As founder of the celiac disease support group Gluten Free Friends, Sheryl has established an online college dining survey for students with food allergies, celiac disease, or gluten intolerance to share their school dining experiences.

Sheryl Harpel, Gluten Free Friends, @gfreefriends
Sheryl Harpel, founder, Gluten Free Friends support group

Food allergy support groups receive nearly $20,000 to implement local initiatives that raise awareness and help families.

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Create some lasting memories and let him know how much you love him!

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Member Hemali Gauri
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Meet South Ward Promise Neighborhood's Justine Asante, an advocate and Allergy Ally partnering with FARE's Community Access Program (CAP) in Newark, NJ!

Justine Asante Courage at Congress 2023 landscape

"It is never too late to start advocating for change for everyone with food allergies."

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) member Emily Sheridan
Emily Sheridan 2022 landscape

"Regardless of what you do for your mom on Mother’s Day, make sure that it’s given with appreciation! Your mom will love it!"

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) member Ameya Balaji
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Whether you're sleeping away from home or commuting, these tips about cooking and meal plan options, items to bring, and questions to ask can help you stay safe and and have fun!

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) member Noelle Nelson
Noelle Nelson

"I cannot change or fix my past struggles, but I can help to make sure that no other child feels the way I once did. "

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) member Lizzy Anderlik
Lizzy Anderlik and friends at Courage at Congress 2023

Want new epinephrine options? Share your perspective with FDA to ensure our community is heard.

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