Jason K Lee, MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI Speaking about allergy and immunology topics
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If your kiddo has a food allergy, then this is the podcast for you. Join food allergy experts - board-certified allergist Dr. Alice Hoyt, MD, FAAAAI, and food allergy mama Pam Lestage, MBA - as they dive into all things food allergy. Hear interviews with world-renown allergists as well as food allergy advocates and food allergy families, just like yours. This podcast will answer many of your food allergy questions and provide you with strategies to make your life and your family's life ones ...
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Transforming Food Allergy Management in Children: A Deep Dive into Oral Immunotherapy with Dr. Richard Wasserman
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Oral immunotherapy (OIT) has revolutionized the way we manage food allergies in children. Join Dr. Alice Hoyt as she interviews Dr. Richard Wasserman, a true pioneer in this groundbreaking treatment. Dr. Wasserman shares his journey on how and why he started offering OIT to patients over 15 years ago. Dr. Hoyt and Dr. Wasserman discuss the history …
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Confirming Your Child's Food Allergy Diagnosis: The Power of Ingestion Challenges
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What is the gold standard in diagnosing an anaphylactic food allergy? It's not a skin test. It's not a blood test. It's an ingestion challenge. In this episode,Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses the critical role of ingestion challenges when it comes to accurately diagnosing IgE-mediated food allergies. By consuming the suspected allergen under the careful s…
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Unpacking the Newest Anaphylaxis Practice Parameters with Dr. Dave Stukus: Expert Insights into Anaphylaxis Management
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Anaphylaxis is a a severe allergic reaction. How allergists manage anaphylaxis and how they advise their patients to manage anaphylaxis can mean the difference between life or death. That medical decision-making needs to be shared and have a foundation of evidence. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses the newest updates to the A…
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A New Option for Food Allergy Families: Xolair Prevents Severe Allergic Reactions to Foods
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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Alice Hoyt, the caring doctor voice behind the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Show, and the eminent Dr. Dave Stukus, a trailblazer from Nationwide Children's Hospital, unpack the exciting news about Xolair (omalizumab). After two decades of lending a helping hand to asthma sufferers, Xolair is now FDA-approved to comba…
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Real Questions Asked On Social Media about Food Allergies
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Have you ever posted a food allergy question on social? Don't miss this episode in which Pam poses real food allergy questions from social media to Dr. Hoyt! What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions! Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sig…
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OIT: All You Need to Know in Under 10 Minutes
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Take a deep dive into the world of oral immunotherapy with Dr. Alice Hoyt, a trusted board-certified allergist and mother, and Pam Lestage, a devoted mom navigating food allergies. They break down the essentials of OIT — from understanding what it is to exploring the risks and benefits. Whether you're an OIT skeptic or enthusiastic supporter, this …
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Don't set a resolution - do this instead for you and your kiddo with food allergies.
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With the new year comes the talk of New Year's resolutions. Dr. Hoyt loves goal-setting but not with the traditional "resolution" type of goal-setting. Tune in to this episode to learn Dr. Hoyt's 3-step plan for making effective plans for the New Year and how these simple steps can help you and your kiddo with food allergies. What's your food aller…
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Can SLIT induce remission in babies and littles with peanut allergies?
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Dr. Alice Hoyt interviews Dr. Edwin Kim about his research in sublingual immunotherapy in children with peanut allergies. Guest Dr. Edwin Kim Dr. Kim is a renowned pediatric allergist and immunologist who has extensive experience in treating children with food allergies. In this episode, he shares his research on sublingual immunotherapy, a method …
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Food Allergies and Shared Decision-Making: What Parents Need to Know
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Food allergy is a complex medical condition, so it's no surprise that navigating life with food allergies can be challenging. Shared decision-making can help. Join Dr. Alice Hoyt as she interviews colleague Dr. Sakina Bajowala on shared decision-making, especially as it pertains to food allergies and immunotherapy. What's your food allergy question…
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The Risks of OIT and SLIT in Food Allergy - What You Need to Know
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If you have heard of OIT or SLIT (oral immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy, respectively), then you've probably wondered how these therapies treat food allergies and, if they are so great, why isn't everyone doing them? Well, in part, it's due to potential risks, but there are also some other factors to consider. Join Dr. Hoyt as she discuss…
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An Easy Approach to Early Food Allergen Introduction with Dr. Katie Marks Cogan
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Did you know that many food allergies can be prevented? Early introduction of potentially allergenic foods, such as peanuts, can actually prevent the development of food allergies. Awesome, right? But how exactly are you supposed to feed a baby peanuts? You aren't - peanuts themselves absolutely are a choking hazard, so you have to use a developmen…
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"How long will my kiddo be on OIT?" - 5 Minutes with a Food Allergist
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On this episode of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo's 5 Minutes with a Food Allergist, Dr. Alice Hoyt answers a dad's question about how long kiddos are on OIT. What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions! Looking for one-on-one time with a food allergist to finally get your food allergy questions answered? Sign …
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Are you wondering, "Do I really know what I need to know to best parent my kiddo who has food allergies?" Wonder no more. In this episode, Dr. Hoyt and Pam discuss the 3 must-do's to be an amazing, food allergy-informed parent! What's your food allergy question? Subscribe to our newsletter to ask your questions! Looking for one-on-one time with a f…
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What to Expect at Your Kiddo's Food Allergy Appointment
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When you are waiting for your kiddo's allergy appointment, you may be wondering what to expect at the appointment. Will the doctor do allergy testing that day? How should you prepare your kiddo? In this episode, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss the 3 stages of most food allergy appointments. Don't miss this tactical, informative, peace-of-mind-providing di…
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After an Allergic Reaction: 4 Steps to Being Prepared (and How to Have Some Peace of Mind!) before Your First Food Allergy Appointment
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Food allergy reactions can be super scary, especially the first reaction when you haven't seen an allergist and have so so so many questions. Has that happened to you? Tune in to this episode in which food allergy mama Pam and board-certified allergist Dr. Alice Hoyt share their 4 steps to feeling comfortable during that time of limbo between react…
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Fun, Screen-Free Activities to Keep Kiddos Occupied During Long Appointments
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Long appointments can be challenging for kiddos and for parents. How do you keep kiddos occupied without allowing them to stare at a screen for hours? Tune in to this episode to hear Dr. Hoyt and Pam talk with the Dr. Betty Choi about her top tips for fun, appointment activities that don't involve a screen! Join our FREE newsletter to submit YOUR q…
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Dr. Hoyt talks all things Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) and Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) with Dr. Hugh Windom
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OIT and SLIT are two relatively new ways to treat food allergies, but are they the right approach for every patient? Tune in to the great discussion in which Dr. Alice Hoyt discusses all things OIT and SLIT with her fellow OIT-allergist colleague Dr. Hugh Windom. What they say may surprise you! Don't miss Dr. Hoyt's newest food allergy course: Oral…
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There's absolutely a strong connection between eczema and food allergies, that connection may not be what you think it is! Read this post to learn how these two conditions are related... Tune in to this second part of our eczema-focused episode where Pam and Dr. Hoyt answer YOUR questions on all things eczema! Join our FREE newsletter and submit YO…
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If you have a child with eczema or food allergy or both, chances are you've wondered what causes these two disorders. In fact, there's absolutely a strong connection between the two. But that connection may not be what you think it is... Tune in to this episode of the podcast where Pam and Dr. Hoyt answer YOUR questions on all things eczema! What's…
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07E04 Type 2 inflammation Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria CSU
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I discuss chronic spontaneous urticaria. Urticaria refers to hives. When it goes on for more than 6 weeks it's deemed chronic. Previously thought to be a type 1 inflammatory condition, it turns out it is a type 2 inflammatory condition like atopic dermatitis but with different manifestation but similar immune dysregulation and activating factors.…
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Preventing Nut Allergies, One Puff At A Time!
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Does the thought of your child developing a nut allergy keep you up at night? If so, you're not alone. Nut allergies can be life-threatening, and they can dramatically impact a child's entire family. But there is good news: some food allergies CAN BE PREVENTED. Tune in to this episode to learn more about "early introduction" of foods and one mom's …
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S07E03 Chronic Rhino Sinusitis & Type 2 inflammation
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In this episode we discuss chronic rhino sinusitis which means chronic (more than 8 weeks) rhino (nose) and sinusitis (sinuses) with or without nasal polyps. What leads to this? What are the current treatments? What can we do about them? What do we know about them?By Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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3 back-to-school strategies for food allergy families
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Back-to-school time can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially for food allergy families. Meeting new teachers and starting new classes can be stressful enough, but add food allergy management to the mix, and the worry factor can jump ten-fold. But rest easy! Food allergy mom Pam Lestage and food allergist Dr. Hoyt recently discussed their…
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In this episode we discuss type 2 inflammation and how it is the basis for 60% of asthma. This encompasses allergic asthma, eosinophilic asthma, and a deep dive into triggers of asthma. Broad concepts in inflammation with treatments are discussed.By Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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S07E01 Type 2 inflammation, atopic dermatitis
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We discuss atopic dermatitis, a form of eczema in this episode. The science behind this and the treatments both old, contemporary, and newer. The first in a series of discussing type 2 inflammatory conditions.By Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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S06 E05 final podcast of season 5 discussing questions that people have with allergies including COVID19 vaccinations, immune system changes, and thoughts about psychosocial stress. We also discuss challenges of a siloed approach to medical systems.By Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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What is type 2 inflammation & how it relates to allergies
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In this S06 Episode 2 we explore the latest basic science of type 2 inflammation and how it relates to allergies and anaphylaxis. What are comorbidities of allergies like atopic dermatitis, asthma, eosinophilic esophagitis, urticaria, nasal polyps, and maybe even neuropsychiatric disorders? I try to distill down with Brianne the science for public …
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S06E03 Jason K Lee Allergies Podcast: Common and Uncommon Food allergies
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In this season 6 episode 3 podcast, Brianne and I explore common and uncommon allergies that cause anaphylaxis. We discuss theories and epidemiology on food allergiesBy Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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Inside the Mind of a Food Allergist: Classifying Adverse Reactions to Foods
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Have you ever wondered what an allergist is really thinking when that allergist is asking very specific, particular questions about your kiddo's reaction to a food? That's because the allergist is trying to determine the underlying type of reaction. While some adverse reactions to foods are food allergies, other reactions are not immune-mediated an…
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S06e02 Dr Jason K Lee Allergy Podcast "myths about food allergies & anaphylaxis"
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Myths about food allergies debunked and discussed here. A frank and open discussion about food allergy myths and anaphylaxis myths.By Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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Season 6 Allergy podcast - this episode and this season we will be focusing on anaphylaxis and allergies with cohost and friend from Tiktok Brianne Bury aka "essentiallyblossomed" Episode 1 focuses on anapyhlaxis diagnosis, epidemiologyBy Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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Top 3 Tips for an Awesome Summer with Food Allergies
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Are you excited about summer? (We sure are!!!) And with summer come new yet familiar challenges regarding food allergies. Tune in to this fantastic, tactical episode in which Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss their top 3 must-do's to have a wonderful, safe, low-stress summer. SPOILER ALERT: it's all about being prepared! Stop wondering about food allergy te…
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Bonus Episode! Seasonal allergies have met their match with this treatment plan!
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*The information in this and all episodes is for educational purposes only and is NOT medical advice. Talk with your doctor before starting any regimen.* Do seasonal allergies get you down? Is the itchy/drippy/sneezy just over-the-top? And are you tired of staring at all those meds in the allergy aisle without really knowing what any of them really…
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All About Oral Immunotherapy with Dr. Hugh Windom
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*We apologize in advance for the sound quality and plan to re-record a similar episode soon. So why did we post this? Well, there is a LOT of good info in this episode, so we decided to make it available to you even though it does not meet our standard for sound quality.* If your kiddo has a food allergy, you may have heard about OIT. What is OIT? …
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My interview with Dr. Fong, a classmate of mine who just came back from the Ukraine conflict zone.By Jason K Lee MD, FRCPC, FAAAAI
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How can Doctors and Pharmacists work together better to optimize patient care?I speak candidly with Kristen Watt RPh @PharmacistMama who is a powerful social media pharmacist who has worked tirelessly during the pandemic but maintained a super helpful and positive approach to professional interactions…
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If you have a child with a food allergy, you've likely heard of IgE-mediated food allergies. But there's another type of food allergy that is less well-known - FPIES. Although FPIES is not an IgE-mediated food allergy, it can still be a severe and potentially life-threatening condition. On this episode of the podcast, Dr. Hoyt interviews THE WORLD …
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How to Prepare Your Kiddo's Babysitter to Manage Food Allergies
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Leaving your child in someone else's care can be difficult, especially if your child has a special medical need like a food allergy. In this episode, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss strategies to find the right person to babysit or nanny your kiddo and to prepare that person to manage food allergies. Plus, check out their Babysitter Guide, a tool you shou…
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Where does your state land on stock epinephrine laws?
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Stock epinephrine saves lives. What is "stock epi" ? It's epinephrine prescribed to an individual or, more commonly, to an entity to be used in case of an allergy emergency, such as when someone is having anaphylaxis but does not have their own epinephrine auto-injector. In this episode, Dr. Hoyt interviews her mentee (future doctor) Maddie Oxford …
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Top 3 Food Allergy Strategies for Pediatricians
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A good pediatrician is such a blessing to a family. Pediatricians have to know so much about so much! And thank goodness they do because they help keep kiddos safe! On this episode of the podcast, Pam and Dr. Hoyt discuss their top 3 strategies for pediatricians when it comes to food allergies. If you are a pediatrician or you have a kiddo who sees…
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A New Approach to Practicing Food Allergy
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Have you ever wondered how your allergist approaches his/her allergy practice? In this episode, Pam interviews Dr. Hoyt about how and why she decided to open her own food allergy practice and why she believes that integrated, comprehensive care navigation and mental health support are critical components of her practice. This "behind the scenes" ep…
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We all know that teachers can make a significant impact on the lives of the children they teach. Some of the greatest teachers are the ones who make you feel like you matter in their classroom and that you can achieve anything you set your mind to doing. We recorded this episode with those amazing teachers in mind! As teachers spend countless hours…
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How to make fall festive for everyone with a teal pumpkin!
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It's fall! That means kiddos are getting exciting for trick-or-treating, and parents may be wondering what treats to hand out. If you know a kiddo with food allergy, there's an easy way to help them also have a super fun experience while staying safe. Tune in to this episode to learn all that plus Dr. Hoyt's and Pam's strategies for a safe evening …
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Peanut Oral Immunotherapy - The Preschooler's Mama's Experience
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"To undergo OIT or not to undergo OIT? " That is the question many parents of kiddos with food allergy are now considering. If you have ever wondered what it's like to be the parent of a kiddo with food allergy and make this decision, then don't miss this episode. Pam and Dr. Hoyt interview the mom of one of Dr. Hoyt's patients, and they talk about…
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Inside the Podcast Studio - Pam interviews Dr. Alice Hoyt
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Hello amazing Kiddo listener! Thank you for listening to this year of Food Allergy and Your Kiddo! I've interviewed amazing guests and brought on my dear friend Pam as our cohost. It's been a great year! Take a moment and drop me a line about what you'd like to hear next season! I hope you enjoy this last episode of the season when Pam interviews m…
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Prepping for College with FARE's Kristi Grim - Part 2
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Prepping for college... when should you start thinking about it? (Hint hint: now!) In part two of this two-part series, Pam and I talk with the amazing Kristi Grim of FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Kristi has been with FARE for years and was the original lead and continued director of FARE's college programming as well as lead of youth…
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5 College-Prep Strategies from FARE's Kristi Grim
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Prepping for college... when should you start thinking about it? (Hint hint: now!) In this episode, Pam and I talk with the amazing Kristi Grim of FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education). Kristi has been with FARE for years and was the original lead and continued director of FARE's college programming as well as lead of youth and of professional…
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De-Stress with Strategies from Tamara Hubbard - Part 2
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How often do you worry about your kiddo who has food allergy? And have you ever wondered if that amount of worry is "normal" ? Tune in to this episode of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast with me, Dr. Alice Hoyt, and my good friend Pam Lestage as we interview food allergy counselor Tamara Hubbard, LCPC. Tamara is one of the most knowledgeable…
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De-Stress with Strategies from Tamara Hubbard - Part 1
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How often do you worry about your kiddo who has food allergy? And have you ever wondered if that amount of worry is "normal" ? Tune in to this episode of the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo Podcast with me, Dr. Alice Hoyt, and my good friend Pam Lestage as we interview food allergy counselor Tamara Hubbard, LCPC. Tamara is one of the most knowledgeable…
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Turning anaphylaxis tragedy into purpose through the Allison Rose Foundation
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Although death from a food allergy is rare, when it happens to your child, the rarity of it doesn't matter. And how do you move forward? I'm honored to be joined on this episode with Mike and Becca Suhy of the Allison Rose Foundation. Mike and Becca founded this amazing non-profit to honor their sweet daughter Allison, who passed away from anaphyla…
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