CONGENITAL ADRENAL HYPERPLASIA (CAH)
CONGENITAL
ADRENAL
HYPERPLASIA
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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) is an inherited condition affecting the production of two hormones by the adrenal glands – cortisol and aldosterone.
Fortunately, these two hormones can be readily replaced with hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone tablets. These medicines are included on the World Health Organisation’s Essential Medicines List for Children. When these medicines are used appropriately (they should be taken every day for life, with regular follow up by specialist health professionals) children with CAH should expect to live long, healthy and happy lives.
Unfortunately, children and families living with CAH in many low- and middle-income countries are not able to affordably access the medicines and care they need to survive and thrive. CLAN is committed to working with CAH Communities internationally to drive sustainable solutions and long-term change.
Fortunately, these two hormones can be readily replaced with hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone tablets. These medicines are included on the World Health Organisation’s Essential Medicines List for Children. When these medicines are used appropriately (they should be taken every day for life, with regular follow up by specialist health professionals) children with CAH should expect to live long, healthy and happy lives.
Unfortunately, children and families living with CAH in many low- and middle-income countries are not able to affordably access the medicines and care they need to survive and thrive. CLAN is committed to working with CAH Communities internationally to drive sustainable solutions and long-term change.
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| CAH Club Report, Vietnam, December 2023 |
CLAN is proud to work with CAH communities around the world to drive change. Please click on the following flags to learn more about CAH in the following countries:
Australia
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Fiji
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Indonesia
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Nigeria
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Pakistan
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Philippines
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Vietnam
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Click on the tabs above to access our rights flyers, CAH Community videos and additional resources.
Click here to see our @MATES4Kids page and learn about CLAN's support of an international collaborative of organisations and individuals committed to improving access to essential medicines and equipment for children living with CAH and other NCDs in resource poor settings.
