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Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 “My allergy has taught me from a young age that not everything is going to be fair. It has shaped me into a stronger person. “ Read More
Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 “Food allergies have shaped my life by making me stronger, having a voice and protecting myself!” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 “Celiac disease is a big part of my life, but it does not define who I am.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 Giordana Koutavas 6/8/21 “I used sports as a way to overcome and persevere and never allowed my food allergies to define me.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 “Life-threatening food allergies have undoubtedly influenced the student and social justice advocate that I am today.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 “My peanut allergy has always been something I hated, but as I grew older I realised it was something that made me who I am.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 “When I explain to people how I live with Celiac Disease, I feel like I am making a difference because I am helping them understand just how difficult it is for people with dietary restrictions.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 Giordana Koutavas 3/11/19 “I never would have found what I am passionate about if I didn’t have allergies. My allergies were the opening door for me to go into the medical field.” Read More