Allergy sufferers on alert as the festive season rolls around again

Food - and the sharing of food - plays a big role in cultural identity. Source: Getty / Getty Images / Dima Sidelnikov

Australia has one of the highest allergy rates in the world, and while we enjoy the festive season, many are forced to tread carefully at social events. ்

Those who suffer from allergies say it's vital to have a supportive network of family, who can adapt to diverse food requirements.

Kulasegaram Sanchayan reports in Tamil with a feature written by Catriona Stirrat..

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