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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

October 2024 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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November 4, 2024
COVID-19 Update for the Alpha-1 Community

November 1, 2024 Vaccines remain the best public health measure to protect people from COVID-19; slow transmission; and reduce the likelihood of […]

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November 1, 2024
“The Power to Connect”: November is Alpha-1 Awareness Month! 

Each year, the Alpha-1 Foundation recognizes November as Alpha-1 Awareness Month in order to raise awareness for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency […]

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October 31, 2024
Statement of A1F to the FDA on the Need for New Therapies for Alpha-1

Docket No. FDA-2024-N-3528 Advancing Rare Disease Therapies Through a Food and Drug Administration Rare Disease Innovation Hub; Public Meeting; Request […]

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October 17, 2024
FDA Authorizes Marketing of First Home Flu and COVID-19 Combination Test Outside of Emergency Use Authorities

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted marketing authorization for the Healgen Rapid Check COVID-19/Flu A&B Antigen Test. The […]

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October 11, 2024
Escape to the Cape 2024

The Alpha-1 Foundation was proud to partner for the 28th year with the American Lung Association (ALA) at the 40th […]

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October 9, 2024
Raising Awareness One Race at a Time

Michael Allen, Alpha and Support Group Co-Leader from Schenectady, New York continues his virtual fundraising campaign in 2024. The Alpha-1 […]

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October 7, 2024
MassAlpha Support Group Thanks Plasma Donors

Photo (left to right): Judy Thomas, Karin Pittsley, Liz Chase, Lori Mitcheroney, Liz Reid, Joyce Croci, Michaela Perry On Saturday, […]

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October 7, 2024
In memory of Fred Walsh, beloved Alpha and Friend

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Alpha-1 community leader Fred Walsh passed away peacefully on […]

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October 4, 2024
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SPOTLIGHT

The Power to Connect!

“When I was thinking about celebrating my 60th birthday, I immediately knew I wanted to raise awareness and donate to the Alpha-1 Foundation. A1F has been a game-changer for me. I am hopeful for a cure and feel thankful to be part of the Alpha-1 family. I am so blessed!” says Alpha Lynn Soriano.

Lynn is participating in this year’s A1F Virtual Walk with her team, “Keep Breathing 60.” Join her and the rest of the Alpha-1 community in raising funds and awareness for Alpha-1 by registering today!

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