World Day of Immunology : 29th April 2011

Since 2005, 29th April has marked World Day of Immunology in many countries around the world. The whole week leading up to this day, is this year for the first time being designated Primary immunodeficiency (PI) Awareness week. This period is a time to reflect on the impact of these rare, often hard to diagnose disorders.

IDFNZ is committed to raise awareness of the importance of Primary Immune Deficiency (PID) disorders, promote recognition of the early warning signs of PID, and the need for early diagnosis and treatment.

During this week in April you will see IDFNZ information stands at local hospitals and New Zealand Blood Service Donor Centres across the country. Many thanks to the patient members who have volunteered to set up these displays and hand out information to the general public.

The New Zealand Blood Service has supported IDFNZ efforts by hosting a Patient meeting at the Auckland, Green lane Blood Donor centre on World Day of Immunology 29th April - to update our PID patients undergoing immunoglobulin treatment, on aspects of blood and plasma collection and safety of blood products. IDFNZ is appreciative of the ongoing support of NZBS Medical professionals and staff, as well as the many New Zealanders who regularly give blood and thus help our patient members with life saving treatment options.We would also like to aknowledge CSL Biotherapies support for this event.

Places are limited so be sure to complete your Registration forms as soon as possible, Sandi has outlined the programme planned for this event in her covering letter sent out to PID patient members .

For more information on this events contact Sandi 0508300600