Our newsroom is where we intend to keep you up to date with special events, programs and any changes the foundation may undergo.
We also hope to highlight particular special projects the Foundation supports.
Recent press releases and press clippings about the Ilhan Food Allergy Foundation are provided below for your information.
For all media enquiries, please contact us.
2007 Scientific Conference
BENCHMARKING INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL RESEARCH:EXTENT, CAUSES AND PREVENTION OF ANAPHYLAXIS AND FOOD ALLERGY
The Ilhan Food Allergy Foundation’s 2007 International Scientific Conference was an outstanding success. The event spanned three days, including
- Free Anaphylaxis Public Forum – November 18 2007
- Benchmarking International Medical Research, Extent, Causes and Prevention of Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy – November 19 2007
- Anaphylaxis Clinic to Community: A Vision for 2015 – November 20 2007
For detailed information about the Programs and Outcomes for each of day of the International Scientific Conference, please click here
2007 Rainbow Ball
The Ilhan Food Allergy Foundation’s first inaugural Rainbow Ball was deemed Victoria’s 2007 charity event of the year at Crown, raising $2.4 million towards improving the lives of people with Anaphylaxis. |
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| The 2007 Rainbow Ball | Vanessa Amorosi performs for the 2007 Rainbow Ball | Patricia Ilhan and Brendan Fleiter |
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| Anna Coren was the MC of the 2007 Rainbow Ball |
Thanks to our sponsors who contributed to the success of the evening including:
If you would like to find out more about being part of the Ilhan Food Allergy Foundation’s 2008 fundraising ball, please contact us
Press Releases
- Study aims to unlock the mysteries of peanut allergy
- $1 million to fight allergy
- Major Commitment to Food Allergy Research
- Spreading the word
Press Clippings
- Remembering a Crazy Guy (PDF 1MB)
(Lillian Frank) / The Herald Sun. Reproduced by Permission - Focus on preparing food for allergies (PDF 0.1MB)
The Border Mail. Reproduced by Permission - $50,000 food allergy campaign (PDF 0.1MB)
Daily Advertiser. Reproduced by Permission - Vic funds pilot allergy campaign (PDF 0.1MB)
Canberra Times. Reproduced by Permission - Allergies are too deadly to be ignored (PDF 0.1MB)
The Advertiser. Reproduced by Permission - Food allergy test launched (PDF 0.1MB)
The Age. Reproduced by Permission - State Govt gives $50,000 for food allergy campaign (PDF 0.1MB)
Bendigo Advertiser. Reproduced by Permission - Hidden Danger
(Carol Nader) / The Age. © The Age. Reproduced by Permission - A little girl's fate almost sealed with a kiss (6MB)
(Carol Nader) / The Age. © The Age. Reproduced by Permission
Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy Information and Resources
Victorian Anaphylaxis Management Bill
The Victorian Government has taken a leading role in the field of anaphylaxis and food allergies by preparing legislation to enforce the management of anaphylaxis and food allergies in school and preschool environments. To access the Anaphylaxis Management Bill go to the link above, select Parliamentary Documents, and then click on Bills.
Australian Society for Clinical Immunology and Allergy
A range of information can be found on ASCIA’s website, including copies of the Anaphylaxis Management Plans, which are to be completed by your GP and provided to your child’s pre-school or school.
Starting Kinder with Food Allergies
Kylie Sanderson is a Kindergarten teacher and mother to an anaphylactic child and has prepared a brochure to assist parents to prepare their preschool.
Anaphylaxis Australia
A wealth of information and resources to assist and support people and families affected by anaphylaxis.
Food Allergen Information Kit for Food Businesses
A free information kit has been designed by Maribyrnong Council to assist food businesses in developing their own allergen food matrix. A copy is available for download from the Maribyrnong City Council site (click on title above), or alternatively, you can contact Environmental Health and a copy will be posted to you.