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A - C Allele: Another general name for the altered form of a gene. For example, the Z allele is an altered form of the M gene. There are many different alpha-1 gene

June 13, 2014 Comments Off

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: A Guide for the Recently Diagnosed Individual What is Alpha-1? What Does It Mean to be an Alpha-1 Carrier? Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: It’s All In the Family The Liver and

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Family of Donegal Alpha Launching Book of Poetry in his Memory A Donegal family are launching a book of poetry in memory of their brother who had Alpha-1.  The book of poems written

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Annual Report 2022 Click on link below to download in PDF Format2022 Annual Report Annual Report 2021 Click on link below to download in PDF Format2021 Annual Report Annual Report 2020 Click on

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Annual Report 2015 Click on link below to download report in PDF Format 2015 Annual Report (more…)

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Alpha-1 antitrypsin is an important protein which everyone has in their blood. It is produced by the liver, released into the bloodstream and then travels to the lungs. Once inside the lungs it

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The phrase "together we are stronger" is especially apt in the context of Alpha-1.  Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland works closely with the following organisations to advocate for Irish individuals with Alpha-1, as well as

June 10, 2014 Comments Off

Congratulations to all the ladies who took part in this year’s Flora Women’s Mini Marathon on the June Bank Holiday weekend. We are very grateful for every fundraising effort which helps us to continue

June 10, 2014 Comments Off

Dear Friends of Alpha-1, In April 1963, Swedish researchers Carl-Bertil Laurell and Sten Eriksson published their landmark research on the discovery of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the discovery,

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The 29th of February 2012 is the 5th International Rare Disease Day, and to raise awareness of this day a promotional video was recorded featuring people who have a rare disease. The video