Immune Deficiency Foundation of Australia (IDFA)

Immune Deficiency Foundation of Australia (IDFA) IDFA offers information and support to those affected by primary and secondary immune deficiencies.

Primary Immune Deficiencies (PID) are a group of potentially serious disorders in which inherited or acquired defects in the Immune System lead to increased infections and/or secondary disease. There are currently more than 400 known Primary Immune Deficiency disorders, with new ones being uncovered regularly.

Support IDFA and be in the running to win an incredible prize pack worth $350,000! 💙When you purchase a ticket through P...
22/08/2026

Support IDFA and be in the running to win an incredible prize pack worth $350,000! 💙

When you purchase a ticket through Play For Purpose, you're helping support Australians living with immunodeficiency while also giving yourself the chance to win some amazing prizes.

First Prize Pack includes:
🚙 hybrid Lexus RX 450h+ valued at $138,087.76
🥇 $175,000 Gold Bullion
🎫$36,912.24 shopping vouchers of your choice

Every ticket purchased through our link helps support the work of IDFA, connecting, educating, and advocating for Australians affected by immunodeficiency.

🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://ow.ly/t6kk50ZBFhH

📅 Ticket sales close: 8pm (AEST) Thu 08 Oct 2026
📅 Drawn: 10am (AEST), Monday 12 Oct 2026

Thank you for your support and good luck! 🍀

Play For Purpose is an online charity raffle conducted on our behalf by the 50-50 Foundation. The raffle is entirely not-for-profit and made possible by The Lott.

Did you know someone in Australia needs plasma every 33 seconds?Plasma donations play an essential role in creating life...
20/08/2026

Did you know someone in Australia needs plasma every 33 seconds?

Plasma donations play an essential role in creating life-changing therapies for people living with serious and rare conditions.

This is where our IDFA community can make a difference.

By becoming a Plasma for Life Champion and creating a Lifeblood team, and team to bring your friends, family, colleagues or community together to help raise awareness of the vital need for plasma donation.

You don't have to do it alone — IDFA is here to support you.

Join the Plasma for Life Movement 👉https://idfa.org.au/plasma-awareness/

Real stories have the power to change lives. 💙Looking back, Jonno can now recognise some subtle signs. Working as a teac...
20/08/2026

Real stories have the power to change lives. 💙

Looking back, Jonno can now recognise some subtle signs. Working as a teacher for 18 years, he often assumed the lingering colds he experienced were simply part of working around children during a busy winter season.

Outside of managing CVID, music has always been one of Jonno’s greatest passions. Over the years he has played guitar, bass and drums in church groups and corporate function bands. After leaving teaching, he found a new way to stay connected to the performing arts by working behind the scenes in technical production at his local live theatre.

👉 Read the full story: https://www.idfa.org.au/jonnos-story/

💻🎤 Meet the Speakers | Managing Fatigue with Immunodeficiency – Energy, Work and Daily LifeWe're excited to introduce t...
18/08/2026

💻🎤 Meet the Speakers | Managing Fatigue with Immunodeficiency – Energy, Work and Daily Life

We're excited to introduce the expert speakers featured in our Managing Fatigue with Immunodeficiency webinar. Bringing together clinical expertise and lived experience, each speaker offers a unique perspective on this area.

Dr. Maria Mackey Founder and Principal of The MOJO Klinik
Dr Maria Mackey is an integrative and aesthetic medicine doctor with more than 30 years of clinical experience. She is the Founder and Principal of The MOJO Klinik in Neutral Bay, Sydney.

Maria combines functional, regenerative & integrative medicine approaches, with particular interests in chronic fatigue, mitochondrial health, energy, hormonal health and healthy longevity.

For this webinar, Maria will explore cellular energy production, the role of mitochondria, why fatigue can persist despite “normal” test results, and practical approaches to supporting energy and quality of life.

Judy - IDFA Memebr
Judy is an IDFA member and is in her 40th year as an educator - having taught at four primary schools and two universities in Melbourne. She enjoys working with children, specialises in Literacy Education, and is passionate about children’s and young adults’ literature. Judy co-authored IDFA’s recently published picture book, ‘What Does Brave Feel Like?’

Judy also enjoys helping others, volunteering with IDFA and the Australian Literacy Educators’ Association.

Judy grew up in Coragulac, South West Victoria, and was diagnosed with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) in her late 20s, and a Primary Immune Deficiency in her late 40s. She lives with managing CVID, fatigue and pain. Her immunoglobulin replacement therapy has included monthly IVIG infusions and she currently does weekly SCIG infusions.

📅 Date: Wednesday 26 August
⏰ Time: 7 pm AEST
📍 Location: Online

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/IfuJ50ZqgnU

NEW Secondary Immunodeficiencies (SIDs) Brochure Discover IPOPI’s newest leaflet on Secondary Immunodeficiencies (SIDs)....
14/08/2026

NEW Secondary Immunodeficiencies (SIDs) Brochure

Discover IPOPI’s newest leaflet on Secondary Immunodeficiencies (SIDs). Designed for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, this educational tool aims to increase understanding of SIDs — an often under-recognised area of immune health.

Through clear explanations and practical guidance, the leaflet educates readers on what SIDs are, the challenges of diagnosing and managing SIDs, and their connection to Primary Immunodeficiencies (PIDs).

Access here 👉https://idfa.org.au/idfa-products/secondary-immunodeficiencies/

💻 Webinar | Managing Fatigue with Immunodeficiency – Energy, Work and Daily LifeLiving with an immunodeficiency often me...
12/08/2026

💻 Webinar | Managing Fatigue with Immunodeficiency – Energy, Work and Daily Life

Living with an immunodeficiency often means managing fatigue that can be unpredictable, overwhelming and not relieved by rest. Join us for an informative webinar exploring why fatigue occurs, how it differs from burnout and everyday tiredness and practical strategies to help you better manage your energy.

We'll discuss the "boom-and-bust" cycle, introduce energy pacing techniques and explore ways to balance work, study and everyday life when energy is limited. The session will also cover the emotional impact of living with a chronic condition, workplace considerations such as reasonable adjustments and disclosure and practical tools to support your day-to-day wellbeing.

Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with an immunodeficiency for years, this webinar will provide practical tips and strategies to help you navigate daily life with greater confidence.

📅 Date: Wednesday 26 August
⏰ Time: 7 pm AEDT
📍 Location: Online

Can't attend? Register to get the recording!

📧 Send questions to info **[email protected]** in advance to shape the webinar content.

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/IfuJ50ZqgnU

We Are Coming to Your City!We’re excited to share that planning is well underway for our upcoming State Member Meetings,...
10/08/2026

We Are Coming to Your City!

We’re excited to share that planning is well underway for our upcoming State Member Meetings, with a full schedule of visits planned across Australia (excluding the Northern Territory).

These meetings are a fantastic opportunity for members, families, and supporters to come together, connect with others in the immunodeficiency community, share experiences, and hear the latest updates from IDFA.

We’re looking forward to bringing our community closer together and creating meaningful opportunities for connection, conversation, and support in each state.

If you’re interested in helping us make these events even more valuable for your local community — whether through sharing ideas, supporting planning, or getting involved on the day — we’d love to hear from you.

Plasma for Life is back! 💛This August, we're proud to bring back our Plasma for Life campaign in partnership with Lifebl...
07/08/2026

Plasma for Life is back! 💛

This August, we're proud to bring back our Plasma for Life campaign in partnership with Lifeblood, and we'd love you to be part of it.

People living with immunodeficiency rely on life-saving plasma-derived therapies every day.

Our goal this year is to bring our community together to create as many Plasma for Life teams as possible, raising awareness of immunodeficiencies and the life-changing impact of plasma donation. By creating your own team, you can inspire your family, friends, colleagues and community to learn more, get involved, and help ensure people living with immunodeficiencies have access to the plasma therapies they rely on.

Register your interest today, and we’ll send you everything you need to get started.

Starting a team is easy. Invite your family, friends, colleagues or local community to join you. Together, you can share why plasma matters, encourage more people to become donors, and even organise your own group donation day or Plasma Party at your local Lifeblood Donor Centre.

https://idfa.org.au/plasma-awareness/

📰 July Newsletter 📰Hello, IDFA community! Our next newsletter is hot off the press, and we can't wait to share all the f...
04/08/2026

📰 July Newsletter 📰

Hello, IDFA community! Our next newsletter is hot off the press, and we can't wait to share all the fantastic updates, insights, and highlights with you!

Highlights in this month's edition:
✨Plasma for Life is back!
✨ Upcoming IDFA Coffee Clubs
✨ Member Meet-ups: We Are Coming to Your City!

And more...

👉 Dive into the full newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/idfa.org.au/july-newsletter26

To subscribe and receive these emails in your inbox, head over to our website: https://ow.ly/zpq650YoozE

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