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Let's help one another find our way forward.
Our foundation advocates for people with Galactosemia and their families. We connect families and support networking efforts between clinicians and researchers.
2024 Galactosemia Foundation Conference
Upcoming Event – July 18 - 20, 2024
We Need You!
Advocating for a Treatment
The Galactosemia Foundation is urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to incorporate the experiences and perspectives of people living with galactosemia in the agency’s review of govorestat (AT-007), the potential first-ever treatment for our rare genetic disease.
Living with Galactosemia
Newborns
Babies are first diagnosed with galactosemia during the newborn screening process, which is done in all 50 states.
Living with Galactosemia
Infants and Toddlers
Around this age, you may see early signs of developmental delays and speech problems.
Living with Galactosemia
Primary School
Because galactosemia can impact how a child learns, they may need more support in school. Developmental delays may become more noticeable as your child begins school.
Living with Galactosemia
Teens
The teenage years aren’t particularly easy on anyone, but they can be especially tough for teens with galactosemia. While they are growing and working to find their place in the world, they may feel restricted by their galactosemia diagnosis, due to complications they experience and/or food restrictions.
Living with Galactosemia
Adults
Because galactosemia impacts everyone differently, some young adults will complete college and/or obtain stable employment. Others may have a hard time living independently because of worsening or new long-term complications.
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