Language barriers a grave concern over anaphylaxis danger

Chinese allergy awareness poster

Chinese allergy awareness poster Source: Allergy Fun

Australia has the highest rate of food allergies in the world, with thousands of new cases every year.


Experts say children from Asian backgrounds are over-represented among those with life-threatening reactions. And language barriers are becoming an increasing concern hindering communication about the deadly potential of anaphylaxis


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