Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood Ireland (AHCI).

Welcome to the website of AHCI, Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood Ireland. Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC) is a rare neurological disorder which affects approximately one in every one million children worldwide. Children affected by AHC suffer repeated attacks of hemiplegia (paralysis) that can affect one or both sides of the body. The attacks may last for minutes, hours or even days.

The aim of this website is to act as a resource for families affected by AHC in Ireland and also as a contact point for families affected by AHC worldwide. If you would like any more information on Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood please feel free to get in touch at info@ahci.ie