Monday, Fifteen-year-old Christina Desforges died after kissing her boyfriend. The cause is said to be anaphylactic shock induced from peanut residue on her boyfriend’s lips.
While no official cause of death has been released allergist Karen Sigman claims residue left on the lips could cause such a reaction.
Parents having children with such allergies are encouraged to instruct them about food consumption and to watch out for anything containing allergens. Children with allergies are also urged to let friends know about such allergies.