Patient Education

In the 5th century, in early medieval Ireland, Conall Gulban, an Irish king, gave his name to an area of land at the northwest tip of the Irish coast. His kingdom…

What Is This Plain Language Summary About? This plain language summary describes some results of a study called ATTR-ACT. This was the first large study to include…

Genetic counseling gives you information about how genetic conditions might affect you or your family. A genetic counselor will educate you on the process and…

Although life with amyloidosis can present a variety of challenges, people diagnosed with the condition can experience productive and fulfilling lives by…

The term 'amyloidosis' is a general term used for a group of conditions where an abnormal protein, called amyloid, accumulates in the tissues. The build-up of…

This expert analysis was constructed to provide key points that cardiology doctors (heart specialists) should know about cardiac amyloidosis. It was designed to be…

My Name is Coral and my symptoms started on boxing day 2001 when I woke with swollen ankles and a pain in my chest. A visit to A&E, admission to hospital and a…

This article includes some commonly asked questions about COVID-19 vaccination. CDC also has information for busting common vaccine myths available on facts about…

Finding out you have a rare genetic disease such as familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) can be unsettling, especially if you live alone or planning to do so.…

A physical therapist is a member of the multi-disciplinary team that will be working with you in this clinic. Amyloidosis is a condition that happens when proteins…