Peanut Allergy
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Statistics and Facts


Peanut Allergy StatisticsThis section takes a look at the statistics and facts that revolve around peanut allergy. It gives us an idea on how many people are affected as well as how alarming the allergy can be.


Peanut Allergy is the most prevalent food allergy in the US, where as many as 1.5 million people suffer from the disease (American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology).

Peanut Allergy is the most common cause of food related death (Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America).

Approximately 100 people in the U.S die every year from an adverse peanut allergy reaction (Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network).

Peanut Allergy is responsible for 15,000 emergency room visits every year (Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network).

Approximately 0.5% of adults and children have a peanut allergy in the U.S.

Approximately 25% of children grow out of having a peanut allergy



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