February 4, 2019
Anonymous Gift funds new initiative
The Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center received an anonymous gift to fund a program called the Michigan Food Allergy Research Accelerator (M-FARA).
Latest News
January 17, 2019
In a Children's Theater Program, Drama Over a Peanut Allergy
The conflict over accommodating a child's allergy turned into a legal battle that highlights the isolation that people with food allergies often face.
December 20, 2018
First Oral Immunotherapy for Peanut Allergy Gets Closer to FDA Vote
A clinical trial for peanut allergy treatment has hit another milestone, with research suggesting graduated doses of peanut protein powder could help protect allergic children.
December 7, 2018
James R. Baker, Jr., MD, Director of the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center receives the FARE Food Allergy Changemaker Award
James R. Baker, Jr., MD, former CEO of FARE, received the Food Allergy Changemaker Award for his leadership at FARE
November 19, 2018
New Peanut Allergy Drug Shows ‘Lifesaving’ Potential
The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology announced results of a yearlong clinical trial of an oral immunotherapy regimen that may lead to approval of what could be the first oral medication that ameliorates reactions in children with severe peanut allergies.
October 31, 2018
FDA issues statement on new consideration of labeling for sesame allergies
Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D.
June 13, 2018
4th Annual Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center Spring Luncheon
Thursday, April 26, 2018
April 11, 2018
Study: Vaccine Suppresses Peanut Allergies in Mice
U-M researchers aim to develop a new immunotherapy that could alter the immune reactions to food. The result: extended relief from peanut allergies.
March 7, 2018
Successful Clinical Trial for Peanut Allergy Treatment Spreads Hope
The results suggest that graduated doses of peanut protein powder could help protect against the consequences of accidental allergen exposure
February 23, 2018
What Parents Need to Know About Food Allergies and Peter Rabbit
Food allergy advocates and physicians explain the outrage surrounding the new major motion picture, and why it should matter to all parents
November 27, 2017
Giving BlueDay November 28, 2017
Please give to the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center
August 22, 2017
William Chandler Swink Research Professorship – From Despair to Hope
An anonymous gift to the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center at the University of Michigan is being named for a young man who died of exposure to a peanut product.
August 10, 2017
Ann Arbor, Michigan Food Allergy Heroes Walk
JOIN US: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2017 FARE'S ANN ARBOR MICHIGAN FOOD ALLERGY HEROES WALK
July 19, 2017
Play Dates and Food Allergies: What Parents (and Hosts) Need to Know
If a child with food allergies visits your home — or if your own allergic children are headed out — these tips can help ensure a safe visit for everyone.
May 30, 2017
Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center Seminar Monday, June 12, 2017
The Department of Pathology and the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center welcomes:
Simon P. Hogan, PhD
“Emerging concepts of non-hematopoietic cell involvement in induction and severity of food-induced anaphylaxis”
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
4234 Medical Science Building I
May 23, 2017
Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center Seminar, Monday, June 5, 2017
Scott A. Smith, MD, PhD
"IgE: Last but Not Least"
12:00 - 1:00 PM
BSRB Seminar Rooms A-C