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.

Sandra's Story

Sandra's Story

Sandra Shacklock, 68, from Nottinghamshire, discovered that she had an allergy to nuts 15 years ago – after a lifetime...

The Wickett family

The Wickett family

Samuel Wickett, aged seven, wanted to take part in the Halloween Walk fundraiser because he suffers from multiple allergies and...

Judith's Story

Judith's Story

Ruben and his dad went to the cinema. Ruben had an allergy to cow’s milk, so he was really careful....

Samantha's Story

Samantha's Story

I first discovered my allergy during a weekly shop with my mother and grandmother. My grandmother had offered me a...

Jasmine's Story

Jasmine's Story

Hi, my name is Jasmine and I have been living with my allergy for almost 24 years! My allergy journey...

Katie's Fundraising Story

Katie's Fundraising Story

In January 2017 my son Josh experienced an anaphylactic allergic reaction. It was very scary for him and me, it...

Joanne’s story

Joanne’s story

We have a bit of an allergy-thing in our family… cats, dust, nuts and sesame. Auto-adrenalin injectors, anti-histamines and moisturising...

Richie & Kodie's Story

Richie & Kodie's Story

In May 2018, we were at a family party at a barn near to home. The grown-ups were inside enjoying...