But did you know that a peanut allergy (or other allergies) can disqualify you from joining the military? Neither did I!
This is from the military.com website:
The causes for rejection for appointment, enlistment, and induction are:At least I know B will never be drafted (har har - she's a girl so that wouldn't happen anyway).
- a. Allergic manifestations. A reliable history of anaphylaxis to stinging insects. Reliable history of a moderate to severe reaction to common foods, spices, or food additives.
But still. Thanks guys (and girls).
3 comments:
My son is very disappointed that his allergy will prevent him from military service. I don't know if it's a true desire to serve or just the wish of having something he can't. He wishes he could be in the Air Force.
I didn't know that either! Just recently found your blog. I'm looking forward to hearing from other moms and how they deal with nut allergies.
My daughter and I were so disappointed that she was denied because she is allergic to peanuts. She had plans to make A career out of the Air force and her dreams were shot down. She has not had an outbreak since she was 7 and we have always avoided peanuts. This is crazy that as an adult you are discriminated because of an allergy.
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