Food Allergy Hero of the Month: Emma Melin
Meet Emma! Six-year-old Allergic Emma, who is a proud Ambassador for Red Sneakers for Oakley, is on a quest to raise awareness about the life-threatening dangers of food allergies, and to inspire those who have food allergies to live life to its fullest.
Having experienced five anaphylactic reactions since 18-months of age, it would be easy for Emma to isolate herself from the world and live in a "bubble". Instead, she’s empowered to thrive and enjoy the things other children her age do – like participate in class parties, play sports, visit with friends, and even travel. Make no mistake – it isn't always easy. In fact, living with food allergies is tough. But as Emma says...she’s tougher! Emma is making waves in the food allergy community! Emma has her own Youtube channel where she shares tips and tricks on how to live with food allergies. Emma is receiving a proclamation from her hometown of Placentia, California, and the neighboring town of Brea to declare May 20th as Food Allergy Awareness Day! She is also hosting a Food Allergy Meetup for those with food allergies and their family and friends to celebrate International Red Sneakers Day!
Thank you to Emma and her mom for the amazing advocacy they do to help spread food allergy awareness! READ ABOUT EMMA'S FOOD ALLERGY JOURNEY
