Another PA child at my dd preschool had a reaction to eating a Bob's candy cane Friday. The school immediately stopped giving these to the kids. Anyone else's child react. My PA child did not eat the candy. On Dec 18, 2003 A candy cane? Oh no! Aren't these things just sugar ...read more

The Baltimore Sun has an article regarding the increasing numbers of food allergies in children. It states the leading theory centers around the modern hygiene and the body's immune system. Very interesting. On Jul 12, 2003 Do you have the link to this article? On Jul 18, 2003 ...read more

Just wanted everyone to know I received the following correspondence from Taco Bell. "Taco Bell products do not contain peanuts, or any other nuts, except for the dessert item, Choco Taco." No word in letter regarding type of oil used. Products containing eggs: Ranch dressing, ...read more

I called Papa Johns' yesterday to find out about their new spinach/alfredo pizza and pizza products in general. The customer service rep said he wasn't sure if he could get that info for me. Anyone else have problems??? I'm really mad because Pizza Hut doesn't seem to have a ...read more

Hi, I just found an article on the [url="http://www.abcnews.com"]www.abcnews.com[/url] website. Apparently the USDA is working on a peanut that is hypoallergenic. It's an interesting idea, but how are PA parents supposed to tell them apart from regular peanuts? I don't feel ...read more

I have called Mccains frozen potato products. Since Ore Ida is out, I was hoping this would do. I am awaiting a call back from the customer service rep. I looked online and they appear safe but I am worried of cross contamination. Anyone else called Mccains? On Jan 10, 2002 ...read more

Does anyone know if Balmer Chocolate candy is PA safe? I have tried to contact the company via email with no success. The company is located in the U.S. On Dec 3, 2001 Never heard of this company. What is their contact info (web address and phone #)? On Dec 3, 2001 Balmer, ...read more

I was wondering if anyone has used the new Benadryl product. My two year old refuses to take the liquid version. On Jun 18, 2001 So far I have only seen them in the cold/allergy formulation. One of the things on my very long "to do" list is to beg them to make the allergy ...read more

Does anyone know if Necco brand is safe? I'm attempting to contact the company, but who knows how long it will take for a reply. On Feb 9, 2001 I tried to reach them a few weeks ago. I was told that the person I wanted to reach wasn't at the factory that day so I should call ...read more

Sorry, but the correct email address for Delegate Stern is [email]stern_joan@house.state.md.us[/email]. ...read more

The Maryland General Assembly is currently in session and there are three bills that will affect people with food allergies. Please go to [url="http://www.mlis.senate.state.md.us."]www.mlis.senate.state.md.us.[/url] House Bills 34, 43 and 44 are being introduced by Delegate ...read more

Hi, just wanted to let everyone know that I contacted SuperG -888-MYSUPERG (Giant Food Store Brand) to find out if Rice Crispies were safe for my peanut/dairy/egg allergic toddler. I received word from Nutritionist Janet Penny that this was a safe cereal. My family is on a ...read more