To date, $3.7 million has been awarded by the Jeffrey Modell Foundation (JMF) for research into genetic immunodeficiency diseases known as Primary Immunodeficiency. Research programs focus on translational research and support of underserved regions with healthcare disparities, with projects currently being conducted in 32 countries led by 45 leading investigators.

JMF is set to launch an updated version of their SPIRIT® Analyzer software which is capable of saving $42 billion in preventable healthcare costs. After conducting a multi-year study, this upgraded and highly advanced screening tool will be introduced to major healthcare organizations and hospital networks.

For more than 30 years the Jeffrey Modell Foundation (JMF) has focused its efforts on the immune system because it holds the key to conquering many diseases that have plagued humankind. Millions of people around the world die needlessly from conditions that could be cured or prevented if the immune system functioned normally. The failure of the immune system to function properly contributes to two-thirds of the deaths of all Americans who die from infections each year. “Simply put, harnessing the power of the immune system represents one of the single greatest disease-fighting, and life-saving strategies that biomedical science has to offer. The best medicine lies within us!” exclaims Fred Modell, Co-Founder of JMF.

In light of the need for greater physician education and public awareness for Primary Immunodeficiency (PI), the Jeffrey Modell Research & Diagnostic Centers continue to open in cities and countries around the world.

In celebration of World Primary Immunodeficiency Week (WPIW), the Jeffrey Modell Foundation (JMF) has created a new virtual awareness initiative by attaching “wishes & dreams” to their annual balloon launch. Entitled worldPIwish, short animated films will be shared on JMF’s social platforms daily, with the Foundation spotlighting and highlighting different groups of people who are important to the Primary Immunodeficiency community. The new campaign launches Sunday, April 22nd.

There is an overwhelming and fundamental need for greater physician education and public awareness for Primary Immunodeficiency. In response, the Jeffrey Modell Foundation's (JMF) pledge to help affirm an absolute commitment to clinical and basic research in order to better understand and treat this condition, has materialized in the opening of 11 new Diagnostic and Research Centers and Networks across five continents; Africa, Australia, Asia, Europe, and North America.

"We decided to create a Virtual Balloon Launch. We took a chance; hoping people would see the video. We would have been thrilled to reach 10,000 viewers. But this initiative went "viral" almost immediately, quickly reaching more than 1 million a day and still going strong." -Fred Modell, JMF Co-Founder

"Let's raise the balloons together, as one strong voice to affirm our dedication, passion, and commitment to our mission… to raise awareness, improve diagnosis, and advocate for equal access to treatment of PI worldwide. One balloon… one life saved. All we're asking is for people to share and help create awareness" said Vicki Modell, Co-Founder.