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Some children, such as Ryan Morgan, have severe allergic reactions to peanuts


What causes allergic reactions to peanuts?

A. lack of peanuts in the diet
B. digestive system intolerance
C. immune system response

More schools, parents consider peanut-free zones for allergic kids

October 6, 1998
Web posted at: 6:46 p.m. EDT (2246 GMT)

Peanuts are a common dietary staple for many children. But for some with severe allergic reactions, eating, touching and even smelling peanuts can be deadly. Although the allergy is rare, many schools and even airlines are considering "peanut-free" zones where the little legume is banned. CNN Correspondent Anne McDermott reports.

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