Managing Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency with Prolastin

What Is Prolastin and How Does It Work? Prolastin is a medication made from donated human plasma. It replaces a missing protein in your body called alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT). AAT helps protect your lungs from damage People with Alpha-1 deficiency do not have enough AAT Prolastin raises your…

Finding Community in Care: Julie’s Journey with Alpha-1 and Prolastin

Feb 4, 2026


Every Tuesday, our infusion center gets a little brighter when one of our favorite patients, Julie, arrives for her weekly Prolastin infusion to treat Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1).

Rare Disease Day: Shining a Light on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

Each year on February 28, Rare Disease Day brings attention to the millions of people worldwide living with conditions that are often overlooked or misunderstood. In the infusion center, we have the unique opportunity to support individuals affected by rare diseases every day. One such condition is Alpha-1…

Rare Disease – Alpha-1 & Prolastin Explained

In this episode of Sage Infusion Deep Dive, we recognize Rare Disease Day by focusing on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency—a genetic condition that can lead to serious lung damage and is often underdiagnosed. We break down how Prolastin infusion therapy works to replace the missing AAT protein, helping protect…

Why Staying on Your IBD Medication Matters

You may be receiving medications at Sage Infusion such as Remicade®, Entyvio®, Skyrizi®, Tremfya®, Tyruko®, or Stelara® to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). These medicines do more than control symptoms—they help protect your long-term health. Inflammation Is the Real Problem IBD causes chronic inflammation in the digestive tract….

Controlling Inflammation to Reduce Colon Cancer Risk in IBD

March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month- a time dedicated to educating communities about prevention, early detection, and proactive care. Colon cancer remains one of the most common cancers worldwide, yet it is also one of the most preventable with proper screening and risk management. For individuals living…