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Sydney / Hornsby - anaphylaxis information workshops

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Sydney/Hornsby Anaphylaxis Education Workshops

Dates: 6th March, 16th April, 21st May and 18th June 2008

Time: 1pm

Duration: 1.5 hours workshop to learn and/ or update your knowledge about caring for someone who is at risk of anaphylaxis.

Suitable for parents, carers and teachers.

Topics covered:

• What is anaphylaxis?
• What causes anaphylaxis?
• The main food triggers
• Strategies to reduce the risk of a reaction including allergen minimisation
• How to recognise the signs and symptoms
• The importance of good communication between parents & carers
• Management procedures
• Emergency treatment including EpiPen® administration
• Dealing with bullying, discipline and psychological affects

Booking essential. $15.00 entry includes work notes
Payment required at time of booking.

Venue: 16 Hunter St Mall, Hornsby NSW 2077
Level 2, Suite 204

Park in Westfield Shopping Centre.

To book please email coordinator@allergyfacts.org.au or call 02 9482 5988.