What is the Severe Immunodeficiency Syndrome Foundation?
Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Syndrome is a very life
threatening disease. It is present from the time a child is born but can be treated. In this disease, there is a defect in both the T and B lymphocyte systems. T cells helps the body fight against infections from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Children with SCID do not produce T cells, and without T cells, B cells do not work. With this defect, the patient's immune system does not defend the body from dangerous infections. Basically, this syndrome makes it impossible for victims to fight even the common cold. Luckily, there is
research that is being done that will help cure SCID. With donations and more
testing, there is a future filled with hope for children with SCID.
Our mission is to bring awareness to people about this sad disease as well as support families that have children with SCID. We are aware that it may be heart-breaking at first, but with up and coming treatments and new information, hopefully, more and more children will be able to lead normal lives. Please donate money for the children so that we can further our research for successful treatment.
Here is Heather's Story
Heather's story is a
tragic realization that SCID could happen to anyone. She brings up the point
that she didn’t realize that she was a carrier of the disease. One of our goals
as a foundation is to prevent unexpected diagnoses of SCID. With screenings and
tests before and after the child’s birth, the treatment of SCID should be
easier and less life threatening.