May 24, 2019 Comments Off

In 2005 I started to attend Pilates classes as my back had begun to grumble again and I knew that the exercises would be helpful. I soon realised that when I had to

May 24, 2019 Comments Off

If you or someone you know has had a child recently diagnosed with Alpha-1 it can be a very stressful time for the whole family. Most often, children get a diagnosis of Alpha-1

May 2, 2019 Comments Off

Is your workplace affecting your breathing?  Anyone with a pre-existing lung condition should consider risks that might exist in their workplace.  People with Alpha-1 are at risk of lung disease due to cigarette

February 22, 2019 Comments Off

A major new report on the burden of lung disease on Ireland’s population has been published.  "Respiratory Health of the Nation 2018" provides an overview of the impact of respiratory disease in the

November 22, 2018 Comments Off

Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland today (November 15th) welcomes the decision of the HSE/Department of Health and CSL Behring to approve the continued supply and administration of the life-changing therapy, Respreeza, for a small group

October 24, 2018 Comments Off

Alpha-1 Conference 2018 took place in the Marino Institute of Education in Dublin on Friday, October 12th.  A large gathering braved Storm Callum and the severe weather warning, with some hardy souls rising

September 25, 2018 Comments Off

Alpha-1 Conference 2018 takes place Friday, October 12th in Marino Institute of Education in Dublin. Special guest is Mr. Joe Duffy, RTE Broadcaster, who will open proceedings at 10am. The theme for this year

September 14, 2018 Comments Off

We are delighted to announce that our Annual Alpha-1 Conference is taking place on Friday, October 12th in Marino Institute of Education in Drumcondra, Dublin 9. Registration starts at 9.30am and our special

August 1, 2018 Comments Off

ABOUT THE AUTHORJohn Joseph O’Donnell was born on Monday the 21st of November 1960 at Monfad, Newtowncunningham, Co. Donegal at the home of his grandparents George and Mary Burke. John as a baby with

June 18, 2018 Comments Off

Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland (A1FI) commits to: Obtain and process information fairly. Keep it only for one or more specified, explicit and lawful purposes. Use and disclose it only in ways compatible with these