The Wellbeing Podcast by Wolper Jewish Hospital
Presented by Wolper Jewish Hospital, the Wellbeing Podcast series delivers high‑quality, up‑to‑date health information from leading experts across a range of disciplines.
Moderated by passionate health advocate and award‑winning freelance journalist Julie McCrossin AM, the series is designed to be informative and engaging—offering listeners practical insights to support their health and wellbeing.
The Wellbeing Podcast series by Wolper Jewish Hospital is proudly supported by the Shell Family.
The Wellbeing Podcast by Wolper Jewish Hospital
FOOD INTOLERANCES & ALLERGIES: Understanding the Difference, Managing the Risk
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Food allergies and intolerances are on the rise — but what do these terms really mean, how are they diagnosed, and what can families do to stay safe without sacrificing quality of life?
In this engaging episode of the Wolper Wellbeing Podcast, host Julie McCrossin brings together leading experts to demystify one of Australia’s fastest growing health issues. You’ll hear from:
- Dr Laura Ford – Paediatric Allergist & Immunologist (The Children’s Hospital at Westmead)
- Dr Anne Swain – Head Dietitian, Allergy Unit (Royal Prince Alfred Hospital)
- Associate Professor Jennifer Koplin – Epidemiologist and childhood allergy researcher (University of Queensland)
- Grace Canning – Health advocate and Allergy Life Australia program lead
Together, they break down the essentials:
- The true difference between food allergy and food intolerance
- Why anaphylaxis is a medical emergency — and how to recognise it
- How allergies are diagnosed, from history-taking to skin tests and oral food challenges
- The latest evidence on early introduction of common allergens in infants
- What we know about the “allergy epidemic”
- How oral immunotherapy works — and when it might help
- Practical strategies for eating out safely
- The emotional and psychological impact on families, and how to reduce anxiety
- Why intolerance symptoms can vary and how to identify food triggers safely
Whether you care for a child with allergies, live with allergies yourself, or simply want to understand this growing health issue, this episode offers practical guidance, clear explanations and compassionate advice from Australia’s leading voices in allergy care.
Recorded: 12th November, 2025
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