Events, workshops and congresses for the dissemination of scientific-medical knowledge and exchange of ideas at the AATD.
Do you know that we are very lucky to be in Spain? The land with an incomparable horticultural and fruit richness. For decades, the Mediterranean diet has led the ranking of the healthiest diets. Even so, today Nutrition Day we will reveal 7 foods that improve your respiratory health, preventing diseases and stimulating your immune […]
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We celebrate the European day Alpha 1 Alpha 1 Deficiency as a rare disease Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is one of these rare conditions that can significantly affect health and affect the quality of life of those who suffer from it. The population most at risk of serious complications needs special measures to prevent or
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Today is the day of Rare diseases Like every February 28, we celebrate Rare Diseases Day, for this reason we want to tell you a story, at least curious. Alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency has been linked to Chopin’s death, and he also followed the path of the ancient Vikings. The rare disease that followed the
Protein Z is a genetic alteration “Almost all cases of DAAT are caused by a single mutation in the A1AT gene, known as the Z mutation”. ¿What is its function? AATD, a genetic disorder that causes the lack of a protein made by the liver, which is released into the bloodstream. This protein is designed
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Is the air we breathe important for our health? A study published in the Lancet Planetary Health offers important data on the health effects of air pollution. The estimated mortality burden attributable to air pollution has been determined for the first time in more than 1,000 European cities. The difficulty of determining ambient air
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II Ibero-Latin American Forum of AATD On December 14, 2020, the II Ibero-Latin American Forum of DAAT (IBLA-AATD) took place. In this II Ibero-Latin American Forum on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, the current situation of diagnosis and treatment of AATD in our environment is addressed. However, given the pandemic situation, it has been held in virtual
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There are still many people who wonder how the inhaler is used correctly. FEANER, the Spanish Federation of Associations of Allergic and Respiratory Diseases Patients, has organized a webinar, in which nurse Isabel Portela, explains how to properly use inhalation devices, for patients with asthma and COPD treatments. Isabel Portela, who is also a researcher
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Did you know that plasma occupies more than half the volume of our blood? Plasma is the most liquid part of our blood, and the medicines derived from it, help thousands of people to continue with a life full of health and well-being. Through a complex process, and from the protein content of this vital
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This initiative of the World Health Organization is carried out since 1987 with the aim of informing and raising awareness about the effects Harmful and lethal of tobacco use in all its forms, including electronic cigarette, hookah, etc., and passive exposure to smoke tobacco The WHO calls on all young people to “Protect themselves from
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New ways, same essence Since the state of health alarm was declared last March, AlfaCare has been transformed to be, more than ever, accompanying all Alfa-1 patients who are part of our program. Welcoming your concerns, doubts and uncertainty through phone calls and follow-ups we have been able to give support and help in
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