Integrating Digital Health into School Nursing for Food Allergy Management: A Systematic Review

<b>Background:</b> Food allergy [FA] is a growing public health concern among school-age children, with schools and childcare/daycare settings representing high-risk environments for accidental exposure and anaphylaxis. <b>Objective:</b> To systematically review evidence on digital health interventions supporting FA education, prevention, and management in school settings. <b>Methods:</b> A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and CINAHL was conducted to identify studies published between January 2015 and December 2025 [PROSPERO CRD420251185553]. Eligible studies evaluated e-learning, mHealth, or web-based programs targeting school staff, parents, or students. <b>Results:</b> Sixteen studies met inclusion criteria. Digital health emerged as a catalyst for professional development, interprofessional communication, and health equity within school communities. Interventions consistently improved knowledge, preparedness, and self-efficacy in anaphylaxis management among school staff, strengthened parental empowerment and communication with schools, and supported coping and inclusion among allergic children. Evidence on clinical outcomes; however, remains limited. <b>Conclusions:</b> Digital health can meaningfully enhance school preparedness and reduce inequalities in allergy management. Integrating digital tools into national school health frameworks-particularly where school nursing is not yet institutionalized-may represent a pivotal step toward safer, more equitable inclusion of children with food allergy.

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Children
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2026-01-22
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https://doi.org/10.3390/children13010159
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Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
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Integrating Digital Health into School Nursing for Food Allergy Management: A Systematic Review

Emma Montella, Flavia Lotito, Rita Nocerino, Roberto Berni Canani
Children
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
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Integrating Digital Health into School Nursing for Food Allergy Management: A Systematic Review

Emma Montella, Flavia Lotito, Rita Nocerino, Roberto Berni Canani
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Abstract

<b>Background:</b> Food allergy [FA] is a growing public health concern among school-age children, with schools and childcare/daycare settings representing high-risk environments for accidental exposure and anaphylaxis. <b>Objective:</b> To systematically review evidence on digital health interventions supporting FA education, prevention, and management in school settings. <b>Methods:</b> A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and CINAHL was conducted to identify studies published between January 2015 and December 2025 [PROSPERO CRD420251185553]. Eligible studies evaluated e-learning, mHealth, or web-based programs targeting school staff, parents, or students. <b>Results:</b> Sixteen studies met inclusion criteria. Digital health emerged as a catalyst for professional development, interprofessional communication, and health equity within school communities. Interventions consistently improved knowledge, preparedness, and self-efficacy in anaphylaxis management among school staff, strengthened parental empowerment and communication with schools, and supported coping and inclusion among allergic children. Evidence on clinical outcomes; however, remains limited. <b>Conclusions:</b> Digital health can meaningfully enhance school preparedness and reduce inequalities in allergy management. Integrating digital tools into national school health frameworks-particularly where school nursing is not yet institutionalized-may represent a pivotal step toward safer, more equitable inclusion of children with food allergy.

ChildrenVol. 13(1)
University of Rome Tor Vergata (IT), Federico II University Hospital (IT), Azienda USL di Pescara (IT), University of Naples Federico II (IT)
Reduced inequalities
Openalex Percentile: Top 84%
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
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