Carole Martin

Hello, my name is Carole Martin and I’d like to introduce myself as your AlphaNet Coordinator. I am from a military family and lived in many places. Very early in life I learned about the joy of travel and seeing new places. In 2004, after a year of chronic respiratory illnesses, my primary care physician…

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Cindy Dvoracek

Hello, my name is Cindy Dvoracek, and I would like to introduce myself as your AlphaNet Coordinator. I was born and have lived most of my life in the mountains and foothills of rural northern California, where I’ve enjoyed outdoor activities galore right outside my door. I enjoy kayaking, camping, dancing, yoga, and I’m a…

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Lois Lange

Hi, my name is Lois Lange and I would like to introduce myself as your AlphaNet Coordinator. I live in Boise, Idaho.  As an Alpha-1 patient myself, I am aware of the problems that arise because of this condition.  To be able to provide education and support is an important goal for me.  I was…

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Karen Bowers

Hi, my name is Karen Bowers and I would like to introduce myself as your AlphaNet Coordinator. I live in North Las Vegas, Nevada.  I was 52-years-young when I was diagnosed with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.  I was a full-time “RV’er,” and my family and I were visiting our hometown of Carson City, Nevada.  I noticed…

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