Annual Alpha-1 Conference 2014

August 14, 2014 Alpha1 Admin Comments Off

The annual Alpha-1 conference will take place this year on Friday, October 24th in the Marino Institute of Education in Dublin. We are delighted to confirm that Mr. John Walsh, CEO of the US Alpha-1 Foundation will be our very special guest speaker. John is an Irish-American with Alpha-1 who co-founded the US Alpha-1 Foundation in 1995 and has steered the organisation to huge successes over the past 20 years.

A full agenda will be confirmed closer to the time but it promises to be another informative day for Alpha-1 patients and their families.

Professor McElvaney, Consultant in Beaumont Hospital and Chairman of the Alpha One Foundation speaking at the Alpha-1 meeting in 2013.

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What is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin?

Alpha-1 antitrypsin is a vital protein produced by the liver to protect the lungs. It provides protection from the harmful effects of infections and inhaled irritants, particularly tobacco smoke. It can be easily measured by a simple blood test.

What is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency?

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (Alpha-1) is a genetic condition which, after cystic fibrosis, is the commonest genetic disorder in Ireland. It severely affects more than 15,000 people, with another 250,000 carriers also at risk of lung and liver disease on the island of Ireland. It is a proven genetic risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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The Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland provides free testing for Alpha-1 as part of a national screening programme which is funded by the HSE. It is a simple blood test. For more details ring 01-8093871 or email alpha1@rcsi.ie

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