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Alpha-1 Suite, RCSI Building, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9, Ireland
Charity Number CHY22304
Site Developed & Maintained by Ecom-Ireland
2021 © Copyright Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland. All rights reserved.
Free Public Lectures on Lung Health
Find out how to maximise your lung health at a series of public information talks being held from the 5th to the 11th of November in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Sligo and Limerick.
These free talks are being organised by the Irish Lung Health Alliance which is a group of Irish charities that have joined forces to promote healthy lungs and are supported by Olympic gold medallist Dr. Ronnie Delany and fellow athlete Paul Hession. These talks are free but booking is recommended. For more information and to book your place visit www.lunghealth.ie. A live webcast of the Dublin event will be available on www.lunghealth.ie from 6.30pm to 8pm on Tuesday, 5th November.
Info Centre
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).
How Do I Get Tested?
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