{"id":4053,"date":"2013-05-09T08:21:12","date_gmt":"2013-05-09T12:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bygeorgejournal.ca\/?p=4053"},"modified":"2013-05-09T08:26:27","modified_gmt":"2013-05-09T12:26:27","slug":"raising-awareness-for-anaphylaxis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bygeorgejournal.ca\/?p=4053","title":{"rendered":"Raising Awareness for Anaphylaxis"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The families of the Canadian Anaphylaxis Initiative (CAI \u2013 cia-allergies.ca<\/a>) thank MP Dean <\/span>Allison (photo taken at Mr. Allison\u2019s Beamsville office)<\/em>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Anaphylaxis was debated again in Parliament yesterday.\u00a0 MP Dean Allison, who is sponsoring a <\/span>motion to raise awareness of anaphylaxis, spoke about the motives behind his Motion-230. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 On the first day of discussion in the House, I referred to the stories of Lucas, Liam and David. Their daily struggles with anaphylaxis and the fear of reaction can be reduced. Motion No. 230 aims for this goal. By bringing more attention and awareness to the Canadian public, this motion will help these children and many other Canadians who live with this condition. It will help Canadians understand the signs, dangers and consequences of an anaphylactic reaction.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Although these considerable steps have been taken, more can be done. Businesses and governments should do more to help those who live with the condition. More specifically, Parliament should recognize that anaphylaxis is a serious condition and create the necessary awareness to help those living with anaphylaxis have a higher quality of life.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/em>Preventive measures should be taken by everyday Canadians in order to ensure the safety <\/em><\/span>of those around them, especially those at risk of having an anaphylactic reaction. Understanding the condition and which allergens could cause reactions could lead to a reduction of incidents and more peace of mind for Canadians living with severe life-threatening allergies. With the passing of Motion No. 230, Canadians living with anaphylaxis will receive much needed recognition from our government. We stand with them in their efforts to promote awareness of the condition.<\/em> <\/span><\/p>\n

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Mississauga MP Brad Butt spoke to the statistics in Canada, that demonstrate the magnitude of anaphylaxis and the importance of bringing it to national attention.<\/span><\/p>\n