Stories and Case Studies

There are so many ways to support the work of Allergy UK. Read some of our inspirational stories below from our amazing supporters.

Allergy UK Helpline

Allergy UK Helpline

For more than two decades, Raegan has been at the heart of Allergy UK’s support services, helping people navigate the...

Belinda's Story

“I have lived with a dog allergy for more than 30 years. It triggers symptoms similar to hay fever but,...

Bradley’s story

Bradley’s story

Fourteen-year-old Bradley lives with food allergies and dreams of opening a restaurant which caters for all allergies AND he still...

Elise's Story

Elise's Story

I have allergies to wheat, cow’s milk, eggs, nuts and sesame seeds, plus I have asthma and eczema. I have lived with allergies all my life,...

Sue's story

Sue's story

“My first anaphylactic shock was at the age of 19, shortly after giving birth. I was told I was allergic...

Tanna family

Tanna family

For the Tanna family, managing eight-year-old Shyla’s complex allergies is a daily challenge.   Their allergy story started two years ago when Shyla...

Racine's story

Racine's story

Racine has multiple allergies to food and non-food items including nuts, fruits, dairy, eggs, fish, seeds, house dust mites, moulds,...

Laura’s story

Laura’s story

Mum, Laura Martin, took on the Great North Run with incredible strength and determination, all for her young daughter Rose,...

Angela's Story

Angela's Story

“I’m allergic to cats, dogs and horses. It’s easy for me to avoid cats and horses but dogs are trickier...

Willow's Story

Willow's Story

When author Sylvia Buck heard about the daughter of a friend who had multiple allergies she wanted to help. Willow,...