Smoking is the number one risk factor for lung disease in those born with Alpha-1. The European Lung Foundation and the European Respiratory Society describe the benefits of quitting smoking in two excellent diagrams.
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Upon diagnosis Alpha-1 patients can be fast-tracked to the National Alpha-1 Clinic in Beaumont Hospital for medical assessment, follow-up care and genetic counselling. The specialist Alpha-1 Clinic started in Beaumont Hospital in March 2010. Every Wednesday afternoon
The National Rare Disease Plan 2014 - 2018, published this month, outlines proposals for a new clinical care programme specifically for the treatment of rare diseases, which affect an estimated 6 to 8
European Respiratory Society (ERS) Vice President Professor Jorgen Vestbo together with leading experts examine the current and future burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in this excellent video. (more…)
For more information on fundraising and how to become involved in the patient support group you can contact us on 01-8093871 or email alpha1@rcsi.ie. If you decide to organise an event in your
The National Alpha-1 Clinic is based at the National Centre of Expertise for AATD at Beaumont Hospital in Dublin. Here, a rapid access specialist Alpha-1 clinic is available for newly-diagnosed Alphas. The clinic
In May 2016 the HSE designated the Alpha-1 Clinical Unit at Beaumont Hospital (along with Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland) as the National Centre of Expertise for Alpha-1.Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland is based in the RCSI
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