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August 16, 2006
FAAN Travel Recommendations
Airport Security Alert
What Allergic Passengers Need to Know
August 10, 2006
Because of heightened security measures in airports, the Transportation Security Administration has announced that:
“NO LIQUIDS OR GELS OF ANY KIND WILL BE PERMITTED IN CARRY-ON BAGGAGE. ITEMS MUST BE IN CHECKED BAGGAGE.”
This includes all beverages, shampoo, suntan lotion, creams, tooth paste, hair gel, and other items of similar consistency.
Exception: Baby formula, breast milk, or juice if a baby or small child Is traveling; prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger's ticket; and insulin and essential other non-prescription medicines.
Check with the Transportation Security Administration at http://www.tsa.gov for the latest information about restricted items.
FAAN has these recommendations:
If you carry an epinephrine auto-injector, or other prescription medication, be sure that the pharmacy label is attached, and that the name matches the passenger's identification. Carry a letter from your doctor that explains the need for this medication. A sample letter is available on the FAAN Web site at http://www.foodallergy.org/Advocacy/airlines.html
If you carry a liquid medication, such as Benadryl®, you may encounter close scrutiny. Before your trip you may want to ask your doctor about possible alternatives, such as self-dissolve tablets. Be sure to check the ingredients on any new medication. More information is available about self- dissolve tablets on the FAAN Web site at
http://www.foodallergy.org/anaphylaxis/treatment.html
Source: FAAN
Posted by David at August 16, 2006 8:11 AM