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OUR IMPACT

We’ve invested over $100 million into Alpha‑1 research and related programs

From funding breakthrough research to hosting programs and events that keep our community strong and healthy until we find a cure, no other organization does more for families with Alpha‑1.

$100M

in research funded

130

researchers funded

10X

the clinical trials within a decade

TOP STORIES

2026 Medicare Open Enrollment Webinar For Alphas

Mark Your Calendars! Medicare Open Enrollment happens from October 15th – December 7th and is the time each year when […]

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October 13, 2025
Escape to the Cape 2025 

The Alpha-1 Foundation’s (A1F) 30th anniversary was nothing short of inspirational at the American Lung Association’s (ALA) Escape to The […]

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October 8, 2025
Guidance for Alphas on Adult Seasonal Respiratory Vaccines

It is important for Alphas to be up-to-date on their seasonal vaccines. AlphaNet has provided a chart to keep you […]

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September 26, 2025
Alphas Go to Washington, DC: Momentum Builds for Home Infusion and Oxygen Access

Early September, Alpha-1 Foundation (A1F) advocates from across the country gathered in Washington, DC, for a Lobby Day bringing the […]

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September 26, 2025
A1F Endorses Safe Step Act Patient Protection Bill

The Alpha-1 Foundation proudly joins the broad coalition of more than 200 organizations endorsing the Safe Step Act and stand […]

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September 25, 2025
A1F Joins Advocacy Groups in Signing Congressional Letter on Rare Pediatric Program

Below is the official letter addressed to key leaders in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives urging support for […]

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September 12, 2025
Alpha-1 Foundation Launches Innovative New Model for Centralized Detection

The Alpha-1 Foundation (A1F) is excited to announce the formation of AlphaDetect, a new non-profit subsidiary of A1F, to lead a […]

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August 20, 2025
July 2025 PubMed Articles

The Alpha-1 Foundation is proud to provide a monthly list of articles from researchers that have been funded by the […]

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August 19, 2025
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SPOTLIGHT

Alpha-1 Detection

Dr. Brooks Kuhn, Associate Professor of Medicine at UC-Davis, is a nationally recognized leader in advancing Alpha-1 detection. He is leading the development of an AATD Detection Playbook, created in collaboration with the Alpha-1 Foundation and AlphaDetect, to provide clinicians with practical tools, templates, and best practices for enhancing testing and follow-up.

Dr. Kuhn also collaborates with Epic leadership to design national detection strategies that use health IT systems and AI to identify at-risk patients earlier. His work reflects a deep commitment to innovation, education, and ensuring no patient with Alpha-1 goes undetected.

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