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Shining Stars: The Power of Community
Shining Stars: The Power of Community

We asked you, our community, to mark Natasha’s Day by getting involved with the 14 for 14 Challenge.

The response has been nothing short of phenomenal. From sewing, to singing, cycling to swimming, our community has gone above and beyond.  

Team Natasha Takes on The Royal Parks Half
Team Natasha Takes on The Royal Parks Half

Golden leaves, crisp air, and misty mornings — autumn in London is nothing short of enchanting.  This was the perfect setting for a truly extraordinary day, as Team Natasha took on the iconic Royal Parks Half Marathon.

Southampton: The Natasha Clinical Trial in Action
Southampton: The Natasha Clinical Trial in Action

We had the opportunity to visit the Southampton Clinical Research Facility in September, to see first-hand how The Natasha Clinical Trial is supporting people with food allergies.

Ashleigh’s Fight for Food Allergy Care in the UK
Ashleigh’s Fight for Food Allergy Care in the UK

Ashleigh shares her food allergy journey, highlighting misdiagnosis, life-threatening reactions, and the urgent need for better allergy care in the UK.

New School, New Food Allergy Safety Risks : Carrying Allergy Medication Responsibility
New School, New Food Allergy Safety Risks : Carrying Allergy Medication Responsibility

Starting secondary school is a big milestone and for children with food allergies, it can also feel overwhelming. So when is the right time for pupils to carry their own EpiPens or allergy medication?

The 14 for 14 Challenge is Back!
The 14 for 14 Challenge is Back!

Local dad Matt Bacon is taking on the remarkable challenge of running 196 laps of the stadium – over 70 miles – to raise money for The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation for the second year of his 14 for 14 Challenge.

Becky Gittins MP Calls for Baby and Infant Allergy Review
Becky Gittins MP Calls for Baby and Infant Allergy Review

Parents need clear and consistent advice about how and when to wean and feed their infant, to reduce the chance of their baby developing food allergies.

Food Allergies Are Not a Punchline: Why We’ve Written to the Filmmakers Behind The Roses
Food Allergies Are Not a Punchline: Why We’ve Written to the Filmmakers Behind The Roses

A disturbing scene in The Roses film trivialises life-threatening food allergies and spreads dangerous misinformation about EpiPens. Here’s why we’ve spoken out and written to the filmmakers.

Pedalling with Purpose: Charlie’s Big Cycle
Pedalling with Purpose: Charlie’s Big Cycle

Charlie was inspired to make a difference and told his parents he wanted to raise money for Natasha’s Foundation to ‘help other boys and girls too.’

Back-to-School Allergy Safety Checklist
Back-to-School Allergy Safety Checklist

Use our school food allergy checklist with teaching staff each term to keep your allergic child safe, reduce anxiety, and support their school life.