by idfa | Aug 27, 2024 | Story
At age 69, Carol was diagnosed with Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID). An immune system disorder that causes you to have low levels of the proteins that help fight infections. When reflecting on her life, it became clear to Carol that this must be a lifelong...
by idfa | May 28, 2024 | Story
Located 600km south of mainland Australia and surrounded by several oceans is the picturesque island of Tasmania. It’s here, in Launceston where Nic and her family call home. Two days a week, you’ll find Nic at work, where she passionately works with students, to help...
by idfa | Dec 21, 2023 | Story
In her late twenties, Michelle began experiencing persistent discomfort, prompting her to delve into the root causes of fatigue, mental fogginess, and an inability to perform at her optimum level. Originally from Queensland, Michelle made the decision to relocate to...
by idfa | Nov 16, 2023 | Story
Before her diagnosis, Vanessa was a relatively healthy child, however in her teens and early 20s she began getting sick more frequently and taking weeks or months to recover. Doctors kept prescribing antibiotics which did help to a degree but would prescribe them for...
by idfa | Nov 16, 2023 | Story
Up until 2020, Dale was an active, fit, and healthy Australian (originating from England), who has a distinguished academic career – known globally for his work in disaster risk management, government policy, emergency services as well as being the Chairman of the...
by idfa | Oct 31, 2023 | Story
Ben was introduced to the immunodeficiency community more than 15 years ago, when he met his wife, Lisa. In their youth, they spent time partying and enjoying life, relatively oblivious to the implication immunodeficiency can have on a person’s life. Although Lisa...
