National network. 30 groups. Founded 1991. Mission is to increase public awareness about food allergies and anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death. Provides advocacy and education, advance research on behalf of all those affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis. Information and referrals, conferences, literature, phone support, teen and children support, booklets, newsletters and educational videos. Guidelines available for starting similar groups.
Write:
FAAN
11781 Lee Jackson Highway #160
Fairfax, VA 22033
Voice: 1-800-929-4040 or 703-691-3179 (Mon.-Thurs., 9am-5:00pm; Fri., 9am-1:30pm EST)
Fax: 703-690-6598
Website: http://www.foodallergy.org/page/support-groups-lookup or http://www.faanteen.org (teens) or http://www.faankids.org (kids)
E-mail: faan@foodallergy.org
Verified: 7/26/2012