Join us in this episode of BARE It All, Coffee Talk, as we sit down with Jenna to delve into her son Alex’s journey with biliary atresia and transplant. Jenna bravely shares the challenges and complications Alex faced post-transplant, offering listeners a glimpse into their daily lives and resilience.

The incidence of biliary atresia is approximately one in 10,000 children, with the disease being more common in males and in Asian and African-American newborns. Biliary atresia is not an inherited disease and does not run in families.

Biliary Atresia - UCSF transplant surgeons.

If you or someone you know has experience with biliary atresia and are willing to share your journey publicly to support our initiative, please reach out to us at contactus@bareinc.org. Let's amplify our voices and foster understanding together."

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If your child is facing a life-saving liver transplant, please reach out to The Children's Organ Transplant Association or COTA. The COTA crew is looking forward to learning more about your family's Biliary Atresia journey. COTA works with families to lessen the financial burden of a life-saving transplant and support is provided at absolutely no cost. Please call COTA today at 1-800-366-2682 or go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.cota.org/getstarted⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about how they can help.

Join Stephanie and Maria as they delve into the crucial topic of newborn screenings with special guests Anna Grantham and Aman Dhami-Judge. Their insightful conversation sets the stage for the upcoming BARE 2024 Symposium, where experts will further explore this vital aspect of infant health.

To learn more about Hunter’s Hope and their mission, visit their website here or connect with them on Facebook. You can also tune in to their podcast, 'Light of Hope,' available here.

Understanding Rare Diseases:

• Krabbe Disease: Krabbe disease is a rare, inherited metabolic disorder characterized by the accumulation of harmful lipids in various cells and tissues, ultimately leading to the destruction of brain cells. Learn more about it here.

• Biliary Atresia: Biliary atresia affects approximately one in 10,000 children, with a higher prevalence among males and Asian and African-American newborns. Contrary to popular belief, it is not an inherited disease. Find out more here.

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If you or someone you know has experience with biliary atresia and would like to share your journey to support our initiative, please reach out to us at contactus@bareinc.org. Let's amplify voices and foster understanding together.

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Support for Life-Saving Transplants:

If your child is in need of a life-saving liver transplant due to biliary atresia, reach out to The Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA). They provide support to families, easing the financial burden of transplants at no cost. Call COTA today at 1-800-366-2682 or visit www.cota.org/getstarted for more information.

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Samantha shares Kendyl's inspiring Biliary Atresia story and how the disease impacted their lives.