We are delighted to announce that the Annual Alpha-1 Conference for 2013 will take place on Friday 11th October at 10am in Marino Institute of Education on leafy Griffith Avenue in Drumcondra on the northside of Dublin.

Alpha-1’s and their families are invited to attend. We would especially like to welcome all newly diagnosed Alpha-1’s and parents of children diagnosed with Alpha-1. Special guest is Joe Brolly, advocate for organ donation, barrister and gaelic football analyst. The exciting line-up of speakers includes Professor Gerry McElvaney, a lung specialist at Beaumont Hospital, a research geneticist, and Michael McGloin who is a COPD patient group advocate. Attendance is free of charge with a complimentary lunch provided.

See alpha1.ie or call 01-8093871 for more information or to register your interest. Directions to Marino Institute of Education can be found here and parking is free of charge.