GLUT1 Deficiency Foundation Employee Directory

Non-profit OrganizationsKentucky, United States2-10 Employees

The GLUT1 Deficiency Foundation is a small nonprofit based in Owingsville, Kentucky, formed to support people affected by Glut1 Deficiency. Its work focuses on raising awareness, improving education, advocating for patients and families, and funding and supporting research. Glut1 Deficiency is a genetic disorder that impairs glucose transport into the brain, producing a range of neurological symptoms. The condition arises from mutations in the SLC2A1 gene, with numerous mutation types identified worldwide and many cases still undiagnosed. The foundation serves individuals and families dealing with seizures, movement disorders, and language and developmental challenges, offering support as needed. There is currently no cure, and the ketogenic diet is the standard treatment that can improve symptoms by providing the brain with an alternative energy source.

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