Report

The Ready2React report highlights key insights into the challenges of living with severe allergies, focusing on the critical role of adrenaline pens in managing life-threatening anaphylactic reactions.

It emphasises the importance of carrying at least two adrenaline pens, registering with the expiry alert service, and knowing how to administer adrenaline pens correctly.

Additionally, the report sheds light on the emotional and social impact allergies have on individuals and their families, underlining the need for greater awareness and support.

These findings aim to emphasise the need for public awareness about allergies, the importance of proper adrenaline pen usage, and education for both individuals and their communities.

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2023 Key findings at a glance

1. 21% of people surveyed with severe allergies don’t know that their adrenaline pens expire.

2. 73% of people surveyed with sever allergies say it has an impact on their mental health.

3. 68% of parents surveyed with children who have severe allergies say it impacts their school attendance.

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The Second Report (2024/25) key findings at a glance

1. 1 in 5 respondents say allergies affect their daily activities – most often impacting their ability to socialise.

2. 1 in 6 people are unaware of the free expiry alert services provided by all adrenaline manufacturers.

3. 69% of people who should carry an adrenaline pen report leaving home without one.

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UK-NON-2025-00017 V2.0| November 2025