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Allergy - immune system reaction to an allergen
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Intolerance - adverse reaction that does not involve the immune system
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Anaphylaxis - a life-threatening allergic reaction
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Labelling - how we inform consumers about allergens to protect them
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Cross-contact - what can happen if cleaning and changeover procedures are not done properly
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Trace - only small amounts of allergens can elicit an allergic reaction
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Never Walk By - speak up when you see a food safety risk
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EpiPen - an injector used to treat severe allergic reactions
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Segregation - separating allergenic foods and their equipment to prevent cross-contact
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PEAL - Plain English Allergen Labelling
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Responsibility - it belongs to all of us to ensure food is safe and suitable
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Sesame - one of the common allergens that must be declared on labels
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Soy - one of the common allergens that must be declared on labels
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Symptom - possible signs of an allergic reaction e.g. rash, swelling, vomiting, trouble breathing, etc.
