allergy translation cards

26 July 2013

Allergy UK
The Latest News from Allergy UK is a new campaign - Allergy – Together We Can Crack It. Allergy UK have joined forces and want allergies to be moved up the priority list and have them taken seriously in parliament. They are asking allergy sufferers throughout the country to send a postcard to their local MP. The more postcards sent, the more chance of some real changes for allergy sufferers. Download a postcard or request one by calling the helpline on 01322 619898.

In other news, I thought I'd remind you about Allergy Translation Cards as many of you (including me) are jetting off abroad so a translation card may prove handy in restaurants. Allergy UK have a promotion running at the moment. A set of 3 cards (in one language) would usually cost £15, however, throughout July and August, they are offering the 3 cards at a discounted price of £10. The translation cards are available in 30 languages. For more information head to the website or call the helpline (number above) who will be happy to process orders.

Sarah x

11 September 2012

I am heading to Rome in October and have been looking at Allergy Translation Cards. I am fairly well travelled and majority of the time I manage when it comes to the local cuisine. I have visited Italy (Milan) a few years ago and remember there was a big language barrier. For the life of me I cannot remember what I ate when I was there.  Italian food is delicious but not great when pizzas are loaded with cheese and pasta contains egg. It cross my mind that I want to be better prepared for this trip.

Allergy Translation Cards vary in price and there are some freebie options online.  You could use translate.google.com or bing.com/translator to create your own cards.  If you are not confident to do this, then check out my list of links below to websites offering this service. Allergy Translation Cards do vary in price so shop around.
  • www.dairyfree.me (free but only cater for dairy allergy and limited languages)
  • www.celiactravel.com (for Coeliacs these are free but the site asks you to consider a donation for the service)
  • www.allerglobal.com (you can create your own card free of charge)
  • www.allergyuk.org
  • www.dietarycard.com
  • www.yellowcross.co.uk
  • http://allergyaction.org
I hope this is handy for some of you. If you know of other sites or have a tip for travelling with allergies, please leave a comment below.  One thing I will be do is take with me allergy free snacks.

Sarah x


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