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National Food Allergy Day

Every year on January 16, a medical condition that is too often misunderstood gets the serious attention it deserves. Food allergies are not preferences or minor inconveniences. They are immune system reactions that can become life threatening in minutes, and they shape every meal for millions of families. National Food Allergy Day is a moment to learn the facts, respect the daily vigilance that managing an allergy demands, and stand with the people who live that reality.

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Saturday, January 16Every year on January 16

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Roots: A dedicated annual awareness date. The organized movement behind food allergy awareness began in 1998, when the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (now FARE) created the first awareness week.
Also on Jan 16: International Hot and Spicy Food Day · Fig Newton Day · Nothing Day
Hashtag: #NationalFoodAllergyDay

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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Learn the warning signs

Take ten minutes to learn how an allergic reaction can look and feel, and talk with your family about your emergency plan, including where to keep medication and when to call for help.

WITH FRIENDS

Ask before you share food

When you host, potluck, or share snacks, ask about food allergies first, read ingredient lists, and keep dishes simple; never tease anyone about an allergy.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Wear teal for awareness

Wear teal, the color of food allergy awareness, and share one verified fact about food allergies to help others understand this serious condition.

Plan ahead

National Food Allergy Day is observed on January 16 every year. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

2026Fri, Jan 16this year

2027Sat, Jan 16

2028Sun, Jan 16

2029Tue, Jan 16

2030Wed, Jan 16

2031Thu, Jan 16

2032Fri, Jan 16

2033Sun, Jan 16

2034Mon, Jan 16

2035Tue, Jan 16

2036Wed, Jan 16

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Fast facts

Up to 32 millionAmericans live with food allergies, including nearly 6 million children. Every 3 minutes, a food allergy reaction sends someone to the emergency room in the U.S. (FAACT, FARE).

Read one ingredient label carefully today, and ask someone you know how their family manages an allergy safely.