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About

To end childhood death from the rare disease
Isolated Congenital Asplenia.

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About Us

Although rare, Isolated Congenital Asplenia is severely underdiagnosed as it's usually only discovered at autopsy after a child has suddenly died from sepsis. 

To end childhood death from Isolated Congenital Asplenia, much more research is needed to learn about its cause, diagnosis and treatment.

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Travis was a healthy, happy, beloved son, who on the rare occasion caught a cold, recovered quickly. How is it possible that merely 20 hours after spiking a fever, he would be gone?

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Isolated Congenital Asplenia is a serious and potentially fatal disease as it impacts the spleen, a key player in our immune system. Without a spleen, a bacterial infection could be life threatening to a newborn or child.

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Our Pillars – Travis’ Legacy of Love

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Awareness

We're dedicated to increasing knowledge about Isolated Congenital Asplenia to families and the medical community

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Advocacy

We advocate for expanded Newborn Screening, access to Genetic Testing for all, and increasing ICA education in medical school curriculum.

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Research

 Our fundraising efforts contribute to further research and a better understanding of potential diagnosis and treatment.

Our Rare Disease Advocacy Partners

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#SpreadTravisLove

Families and friends are raising awareness and spreading love across the globe through Travis Rocks.

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