OMAHA, Neb. —
Big Red Alphas gave out ice cream and information on Saturday in an attempt to raise funds and awareness about a genetic condition.
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is a condition that affects the lungs and the liver. It affects about 100,000 people in the country and right now there is no cure.
Organizers of the second annual Ice Cream for Alpha-1 said the condition is widely misdiagnosed.
“The research that the Alpha-1 Foundation is doing is really amazing. And they didn’t use to talk about a cure when I first learned about it seven years ago, but now a cure is on the horizon. And so, these kinds of fundraising events are really crucial to that goal,” said Nora Kemmerer.
The Alpha-1 Foundation said there are treatments for people to help manage symptoms.
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Thank you to Chelsea Boring and Nora Kemmerer for hosting this annual fundraiser for Alpha-1. A1F is grateful for your time and outstanding commitment to the Alpha-1 community.
Ice Cream for Alpha-1 is a fun, family-friendly way to support the A1F mission and make a difference. Host or join an Ice Cream for Alpha-1 fundraiser by bringing your community together to enjoy delicious treats while raising awareness and funds for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1). A1F has made it easy for anyone to start their fundraiser. Gather some ice cream, toppings, and a group of people, and A1F will provide all the necessary tools to make your fundraiser a success!
The Ice Cream for Alpha-1 campaign joins two other signature A1F BFC annual fundraisers, A1F Riding for a Reason & Escape to the Cape, and A1F Virtual Walk. These three yearly events offer unique opportunities for the Alpha-1 community to join our mission at various times throughout the year.
Ready to have fun and make a difference? Visit: https://alpha1.org/ice-cream-for-alpha-1/
