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- Anaphylaxis Canada
- provides presentations on anaphylaxis - triggers, symptoms, treatment, use of EpiPen (30 - 45 minutes). Maximum 35 persons per group
- $75 for elementary schools, $200 for secondary schools, cost for student groups will vary (e.g. $75 per session, minimum 3 sessions, maximum 200 students)
- additional cost if there is considerable travel involved
- website information: public education, information on anaphylaxis symptoms and treatment in a question and answer format; program and services, product catalogue; links to other sites
- Anaphylaxis 101 webcast is available free of charge and provides basic information on anaphylaxis
www.anaphylaxis.ca
Hotline: 416-785-5666
Toll Free: 1-866-785-5660
Fax: 416-785-0458
www.anaphylaxis.ca
- Ministry of Education/TV Ontario
- e-learning module on anaphylaxis developed by the Ontario Ministry of Education, Anaphylaxis Canada and TVO
- information for school board/staff on how to develop strategies to reduce the risk of exposure to triggers of anaphylaxis and how to respond in the event of emergency, in compliance with Sabrina's Law
- this interactive module can be found at www.eworkshop.on.ca/allergies
- Allergy/Asthma Information Association - Toronto Office
- provide presentations to staff/parent - minimum $25, students - $150 (cost based on presenter's expenses)
- complete teaching kit (CD & speaker's notes) - $53 including shipping and handling
- non-profit group providing education materials, support, and advocacy
Toll Free: 1-888-250-2298
www.aaia.ca
- Canadian School Board Association
- handbook for school boards on managing severe allergies, "Anaphylaxis: A Handbook for School Boards," can be downloaded free of charge from www.cdnsba.org under publications
- Canadian Medic Alert Foundation
- leading provider of emergency medical information services linked to customized bracelets and necklace
- 24-hour hotline providing immediate access by emergency and healthcare professionals to a member's vital health information
- works with schools and school boards to develop programs that protect children living with allergies, medical conditions or special needs. Cost free programs and financial assistance is available for children and families who require MedicAlert protection. For more information on MedicAlert school programs, call 416-696-0142 x 1128
Tel: 416-696-0267
Toll Free: 1-800-668-1507
www.medicalert.ca
- The Allergy/Asthma and Immunology Society of Ontario
- society of doctors specializing in allergies and asthma. They respond to inquires on the information hotline and provide information on food products, the availability of specialty foods, and up-to-date information about the availability of specialists in the allergy field
- pamphlets available
- public meetings twice yearly in Fall and Spring, location TBA
Tel: 416-633-2215
Fax: 416-633-3108
www.allergyasthma.on.ca
- Link to Life Seminars
- offers short interactive sessions that review how to recognize and manage allergic/anaphylactic reactions for the first time and repeat reactions, how to use 911, and CPR instruction
- first aid training courses for child and adult emergencies also available
- cost applicable
Tel: 416-398-5033
Fax: 416-398-5034
www.linktolifeseminars.com
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