Vasculitis is a family of rare diseases that can affect people of all ages. Vasculitis means inflammation of the blood vessels, arteries, veins or capillaries. When such inflammation occurs, it causes changes in the walls of blood vessels, such as weakening and narrowing that can progress to the point of blood vessel blockage. A result of Vasculitis is that the tissues and organs supplied by affected blood vessels do not get enough blood. This can cause organ and tissue damage. The purpose of Vasculitis Ireland Awareness is to offer support and information to patients and family members where needed.
Charity number NIC 105731 HMRC Number XT34911
Registered on Orphanet
Member of Vasculitis.EU
Up coming events:-
Saturday 26th October 2019, Irish St Community Centre, 19 Bann Drive, Derry/Londonderry 2-4pm
Foyle and NW forum meeting coffee and catch up
Vasculitis Ireland Awareness is a non-profit organisation…We rely solely on volunteers and charitable donations in order for our organisation to operate, help us to help others! |
VIA is a support group set up for patients of all the Vasculitis diseases, their carers and interested Healthcare Professionals in Ireland.
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In most cases, the cause of Vasculitis is unknown. A combination of factors can cause the inflammatory process to be set in motion. Vasculitis is an autoimmune disease and for reasons that are not yet understood, these diseases occur when the body mistakenly…Learn More
We hold regular meetings in Belfast and Dublin, for like minded people to come together and discuss their conditions, treatments and offer support, in a relaxed environment. Patients and all family welcome. Contact us for more information, times and locations…Learn More