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Allergy and Anaphylaxis Australia

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia (“A&AA”) is a registered charity and national support organisation, dedicated to helping individuals and carers alike in managing allergy disease, including the risk of anaphylaxis.

Allergic disease is a chronic condition that includes allergic rhinitis (hay fever), atopic dermatitis, allergic asthma, food and insect allergies and other potentially life-threatening conditions.

A&AA works closely with related areas in state and commonwealth government departments, food industry, health and teaching professionals, as well as the Australian community at large. A&AA advocates for all Australians living with allergic disease to improve health and well-being.

A&AA are a part of an international alliance of like-minded organisations and work closely with peak medical bodies including the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA). The National Allergy Strategy (“NAS”) is a partnership between ASCIA and A&AA, of which the A&AA CEO is the co-chair.

Vision and mission

Improved quality of life for all Australians living with allergic disease.

To listen, guide and educate Australians living with allergic disease and to advocate on your behalf to ensure your voice is heard.

How A&AA can help

A&AA strive to raise awareness of allergic conditions including life threatening allergies in the community by providing evidence based information, resources and services to support children and adults living with allergic disease.

They help Australians improve quality of life because for the most part, allergic disease cannot be cured. As allergic conditions are chronic and can be severe, support, information and guidance contribute to an improved quality of life.

Information / helpline

  • For guidance on living life with allergic disease (not medical advice / not emergency line) call 1300 728 000 Mon to Fri, 9am to 4pm AEST
  • In an emergency call triple zero (000)

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Last reviewed: April 2024

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Resources - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

Resources to help manage allergies on a daily basis - including training devices, brochures, posters,eBooks, bookmarks, videos, webinars and more.

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What is an allergy? - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

An allergy is an overreaction by the body’s immune system to a normally harmless substance, called allergens.

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Allergic conjunctivitis - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

What is Allergic conjunctivitis? Allergic conjunctivitis is inflammation of the thin membrane that covers the inside of the eyelids and the eyes, known as the ‘conjunctiva’. People with allergic conjunctivitis can experience: Redness in both eyes Itching and burning of the eye and the surrounding area Watery eyes Painful eyes in direct sunlight Swollen eyelids

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Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

The body’s immune system reacts to these common allergens which for most people are harmless. The immune system's response causes symptoms. Common symptoms include Runny nose Itchy nose Sneezing Itchy and watery eyes Blocked nose and snoring Some people need to clear their throat often because mucus can run from their sinuses to the back

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Allergen Immunotherapy (AIT) - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

AIT, also known as desensitisation, is available to treat allergic rhinitis (hay fever) that has not responded well to intranasal corticosteroid nasal spray (INCS) treatment. AIT has been used for more than 100 years and is a proven treatment...

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Getting an allergy diagnosis - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

Seeing a general practitioner Talking about symtpoms Next steps Diagnosis after attending the emergency department Seeing a general practitioner (GP) If you think you have signs and symptoms that might be caused by an allergy, make...

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Eczema (atopic dermatitis) - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

On this page There is no cure for eczema but for most people it can be managed very well, and the good news is that 70% of children grow out of it. Eczema patterns usually change with increasing age. Potential eczema triggers There are common, unavoidable triggers such as infections, stress and vaccinations, so it

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Eczema management and treatment - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

On this page Bathing Moisturising Topical steroid creams When to seek help Related information Eczema (atopic dermatitis) management may be required for many months or even years, but by having the right plan in place, the...

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Food allergens - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

Read more about the different food allergens, that are the most common triggers of food allergic reactions.

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Egg - Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia

Updated April 2025 Egg allergy is one of the most common food allergies in childhood, affecting about 9% of infants up to the age of 12 months. By six years of age only 1.2% of children still have an egg allergy. Most children, even...

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