Jerome Bettis & Sanofi US Tackle Anaphylaxis During National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

Jerome Bettis & Sanofi US Tackle Anaphylaxis During National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

Two of my sons suffer from asthma.

It’s not easy.

Fortunately we don’t have anyone suffering from severe allergies, but it’s one of those things that sometimes goes hand in hand with asthma.

Being a mom blogger, I read tons and tons of other blogs. Many of my fellow blogging friends have children who suffer from severe allergies. It’s a tough thing to read about because as a mom, I feel for their children and can’t imagine how difficult it must be.

I love finding resources and tips that I can pass along to my friends, and I’m excited to share this with you today!

Since we also happen to DEVOUT Steelers fans, I was beyond excited to see Jerome Bettis as a helping for in the world of asthma and allergies.

Jerome Bettis and Sanofi US, the makers of Auvi-Q™ (epinephrine injection, USP), have teamed up to raise awareness about severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and introduce The Severe Allergy & Anaphylaxis Playbook – a collection of tips to help educate people living with severe allergies, and their friends and family, about avoiding allergens and being prepared in case of an emergency.

Bettis, who is severely allergic to shellfish, is encouraging others impacted by severe allergies to download the Playbook and use it in addition to the severe allergy treatment plan they develop with their healthcare provider.

Whether it’s covering sugary drinks to avoid insect stings, asking a waiter about ingredients at a restaurant, or sharing an allergy ID card with a teacher – following a few simple steps may help reduce the risk of a severe allergic reaction.

The Severe Allergy & Anaphylaxis Playbook offers these tips and many others, including:

· The Bus’ Blitz: Bettis’ top five “plays” for defending against a severe allergic reaction
· Knowing Your Next Move: Strategies for avoiding major allergens, such as food, insect stings, latex and other triggers
· Away Game Plan: Advice for potentially challenging situations, such as dining out, picnicking, school and traveling

“Several studies indicate that the rate of anaphylaxis has increased in recent years, highlighting the need for continued education on allergen avoidance and the potential life-saving role of epinephrine,” said Dr. Vivian Hernandez-Trujillo, a pediatric allergist, national expert in anaphylaxis and consultant to Sanofi US. “I always stress to my patients and their caregivers how important it is to implement appropriate measures for avoiding allergens and to carry an epinephrine auto-injector at all times.”

Auvi-Q (epinephrine injection, USP) is the first-and-only epinephrine auto-injector with audio and visual cues for the emergency treatment of life-threatening allergic reactions in people who are at risk for or have a history of anaphylaxis. The size and shape of a credit card and the thickness of a smartphone, Auvi-Q is a breakthrough in epinephrine auto-injector design that talks patients and caregivers step-by-step through the injection process.

I commend Jerome Bettis for being so active on spreading awareness and wonderful tips.

THANK YOU!

About Audrey

Audrey McClelland has been a digital influencer since 2005. She’s a mom of 5 and shares tips on her three favorite things: parenting, fashion and beauty. She’s also a Contemporary Romance Author.

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