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.

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,...

Rex's story

Rex's story

Nine year old Rex has been allergic to peas and lentils for several years and knows to avoid them –...

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...