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allergy anaphylaxis Jun 12, 2025

Whilst ANZAAG focuses on allergy in relation to the perioperative space, a step above that is ASCIA – the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy. Established in the 90s, ASCIA’s aim is to advance the science and practice of allergy and immunology, and promote the highest standards within medical practice, training, education and research. πŸ©ΊπŸ“š

ASCIAs affiliations include:


πŸ”Έ World Allergy Organisation (WAO)
πŸ”Έ Asia Pacific Association of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology (APAAACI)
πŸ”Έ Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP)

 

For health care professionals, ASCIA provides a wealth of anaphylaxis resources, such as:


πŸ”Ή Action plans
πŸ”Ή First aid plans πŸ’Š
πŸ”Ή Travel plans ✈️
πŸ”Ή Reaction clinical history forms
πŸ”Ή Allergic reaction events record πŸ“„
πŸ”Ή Checklists for prescribers, pharmacists, patients and carers 🧾
πŸ”Ή Information for young adults transitioning from paediatric to adult care
πŸ”Ή Adrenaline device info, instructions, and storage guidance πŸ’‰

 

The website also offers:


πŸ”Έ Anaphylaxis guidelines
πŸ”Έ Training opportunities for clinicians and the public
πŸ”Έ Translated resources
πŸ”Έ Infographics and educational videos

 

ASCIA has a member group of health professionals, a specialist directory, and hosts an annual conference. They also provide grants, awards and research opportunities for members. πŸ§ͺπŸ…

πŸ“Ž You can find all of this information and more here: https://allergy.org.au/

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Reference:

ASCIA (2025) https://allergy.org.au/

 

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