H1N1 flu (swine flu)– Cause for Concern, No Reason for Panic
The H1N1 flu pandemic is of concern to the Alpha-1 Association; however, it is no reason for panic. The Association is still moving forward as planned to host the 18th Annual National Education Conference in San Francisco. After consultation with several Alpha-1 doctors, Marlene Erven, Executive Director, stated “It is too early to make any decision regarding any significant changes or plans regarding the conference.” The Association is monitoring the situation closely and we will notify the community if there are any changes .
We suggest you visit the World Health Organization’s website, www.who.int or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov for the most up-to-date and accurate information. Dr. Robert Sandhaus has issued a statement for the Alpha community. Please click here to view his comments under News Flash.
National Education Conference Update
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Alpha-1 Kids is offering scholarships to parents of Alpha-1 children to attend the National Education Conference for the first time. Please contact Cathey Horsak at
chorsak@alpha1.org or 877-346-3212.
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The Hyatt and Marriott San Francisco Airport Hotels are currently sold out. We have established a room block with the Crowne Plaza Hotel. There will be a shuttle provided.
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport
1177 Airport Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94010
800-411-7275
Room Rates: $105 per night plus tax
Group Code: Alpha-1 Association
Deadline for Discounted Room Rate:
May 22, 2009