This website is designed for young adults who want to take a more active role in managing their food allergies.

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Kids' Congress

Applications for FAAN’s Kids’ Congress on Capitol Hill are now available. Click here for more information and to download an application form. Applications are due July 1, 2009.

The 2009 Teen Advisory Group

The 45 members of FAAN’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) range in age from 12 to 21 and have a variety of food allergies. These teens provide guidance and input for our teen programs. Each month, we’ll introduce you to some of the TAG members. In July, meet Marissa, Tori, Zach, and Barbara!

Summer Internship Opportunities

High school and college students interested in pursuing the field of science are encouraged to apply for summer internships assisting with research at biomedical laboratories throughout the U.S. This research is funded by the National Institutes of Health.

Find out whether an internship is available at a laboratory near you by doing a zip code search through https://science.education.nih.gov/SummerScience. Details of each internship are determined between the scientist or institution and the student. Check the website often, because new internships will be added to the list as they become available.

Staying Safe on Flights and in Restaurants

This month, we hear from FAAN teens about their varied travel experiences. They’ve learned many useful tips. Here, Ryan shares his thoughts on the best way to handle food allergies on the airplane and beyond.

Going Overseas? You’ll Need More Than a Passport

Traveling abroad has its own unique challenges, none more daunting than the language barrier. Evan describes his resourceful ways of ensuring that people understand his food allergies.

Practical Tips for Any Kind of Travel

These tips from Amanda are applicable to any type of travel. You may find them quite useful.

An Adventure in China

A two-week journey to exotic China can still be memorable, even if you are hesitant to try the cuisine because of food allergies. Find out how Alyssa makes the most out of her travels while managing a milk allergy.

A Budding Philanthropist at the Age of 13

Food Allergy News for Teens highlights 13-year-old Jacob from California, who recently raised more than $4,000 for food allergy research and education. Find out more about how Jacob went about planning a fundraising event to help people just like you!

Get Your Game On With Trace Adkins

Food allergies are no laughing matter to Trace Adkins. Making a difference by helping friends manage their food allergy is music to his ears.

EZgreetings

FAANTeen Emily has created a website that sells singing grams to raise money for food allergy research. She recorded 100 grams to help celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and other events. Visit her website to hear some samples.

Get Connected

There are now more opportunities to talk back. Share your comments on our new Facebook Community at www.facebook.com, search for food allergy and select “Pages” to become a fan of FAAN! You can also select the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network from the Causes application on both Facebook and MySpace.

 

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