The 2013 American Thoracic Society International Conference being held from May 17th – 22nd in Philadelphia is one of the largest gatherings of lung, critical care, and sleep clinicians and researchers in the world, and highlights the latest information on the diagnosis and treatment of all respiratory disorders. More than 12,000 lung, critical care and sleep professionals from around the world are attending the 2013 International Conference, including renowned experts and leaders in Alpha-1.

The Alpha One Foundation were delighted to be invited to present 3 studies from our centre at Beaumont Hospital, and a further 5 studies on Alpha-1 are being presented by the Department of Medicine and the McElvaney group. This provides an opportunity for us to showcase the work being done in Ireland, and also learn about the very latest developments in the diagnosis and treatment of Alpha-1.
The landmark discovery of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency was 50 years ago in 1963, and to mark this the ATS will host a special Wednesday symposium, "Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: The Next 50 Years." Read More