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Matter SCC-128927

Adopt Proclamation declaring May 10 through 16, 2026 as "Food Allergy Awareness Week" in Santa Clara County to encourage community understanding of food allergies, and to promote practices that help protect individuals from serious health impacts when exposed to allergens. (Duong)

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Commendation/Proclamation Printout

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The document is a proclamation from the County of Santa Clara's Board of Supervisors, declaring May 10 through 16, 2026, as 'Food Allergy Awareness Week' to promote understanding of food allergies and protective practices.

Key points
  • The proclamation is initiated by Supervisor Betty Duong.
  • It aims to encourage community understanding of food allergies.
  • The document lists the Board of Supervisors members and the County Executive.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128927 DATE: April 28, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Proclamation for Food Allergy Awareness Week RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Proclamation declaring May 10 through 16, 2026 as "Food Allergy Awareness Week" in Santa Clara County to encourage community understanding of food allergies, and to promote practices that help protect individuals from serious health impacts when exposed to allergens. (Duong) Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret Abe-Koga County Executive: James R. Williams Page 1 of 1
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Food Allergy Awareness Week Proclamation

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The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara proclaims the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as Food Allergy Awareness Week. This proclamation aims to raise awareness about food allergies, which affect over 33 million individuals in the U.S., and to promote community understanding and practices that protect individuals from allergens.

Key points
  • Food Allergy Awareness Week is observed from May 10 to May 16.
  • Food allergies affect more than 33 million individuals in the U.S.
  • Food allergies create medical, economic, and psychosocial challenges.
  • Community initiatives, such as the Teal Pumpkin Project, support awareness and inclusion.
  • The proclamation encourages community understanding and safety practices regarding food allergies.

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Docusign Envelope ID: 3B3298B8-CCF4-4E39-8F94-F99CE21560B7 Adopted: 04/28/2026 WHEREAS, Food Allergy Awareness Week, observed the week of May 10 through May 16, raises awareness of the significance of food allergies, a growing public health crisis that affects everyone, and supports efforts to improve the quality of life and health of those impacted by food allergies; WHEREAS, food allergy is a serious disease of the immune system that affects more than 33 million individuals in the United States, across all regions and demographic groups, which is roughly one in thirteen children and one in ten adults; WHEREAS, food allergies place a significant burden on individuals and families, creating medical, economic, and psychosocial challenges, with reactions ranging from mild symptoms to anaphylaxis—a severe and potentially life‑threatening condition that can occur rapidly—and many people experience high levels of food‑allergy‑related anxiety; WHEREAS, families, individuals, local youth leaders, and community advocates have advanced awareness, education, and inclusion for those living with food allergies through school‑based events, research fundraising, and community initiatives,...