Living with food allergy: What this means for children.

Health-related knowledge, skills and attitudes that translate to behaviours are important foundations for healthy living. However, deficiencies in any one of these factors have the potential to impact quality of life. This study investigates how Australian children perceive and manage their food allergy as they transition through childhood onto adolescence.

Parent perceptions in managing children with food allergy: An Australian perspective.

Introduction: Food allergy affects up to 10% of Australian children, and living with food allergic children can be challenging for parents. This study explored parental perceptions and knowledge as they navigate a new reality of keeping their child safe.

Methods: Parents of children with food allergies completed an online food allergy survey in 2015.