Sure, but the EpiPen isn't something you "want" to use and even when it stops the reaction it still requires a trip to the emergency room. I have a kid with anaphylactic allergies and the EpiPen has saved his life a few times. He once had an anaphylactic reaction while eating out with friends. Fortunately he informed his friends about his allergies beforehand and they were able to assist, but they still had to call an ambulance and my son had a short hospital stay. There are also instances where the EpiPen doesn't work, which is why it's recommended to carry two, and they can be expensive to replace.

We obviously don't expect the world to cater to him because of his allergies. The schools he has gone to have never banned his allergens. He's always brought along his own food at friend's birthday parties. He plays sports and sometimes kids snack on one of his allergens on bus ride to away games. He manages and is very responsible about making sure he has his EpiPen. He even brings it to family events that try to stay away from his allergens because you never know, but ideally he doesn't have to use it.

I agree with the ruling, although I would have said "We will try our best to accommodate but I can't make any guarantees." Let them decide if they are comfortable coming or not. Allergy parents are used to having to make those kind of calls and we know there will always be some level of risk.