The Yagiela Family: Turning Love Into Advocacy for Biliary Atresia
BA patient and family stories inspire hope and raise awareness. Check back each month for new features—celebrating survivors, honoring thrivers, and remembering those gone too soon. When Lauren Yagiela was born on February 23, 2016, she seemed like any other healthy newborn—7 pounds 8 ounces, delivered without complications, and ready to go home with her family the next day. But just a month later, her pediatrician noticed something unusual about her complexion. A few tests l
Nov 25, 2025
Join the Journey: Be a Part of the BARE Patient Registry
Register Online Today We Need You: Your Voice Can Make a Difference! Join us in a heartfelt journey towards better health for Biliary Atresia warriors. By sparing just 30 minutes to share your or your child's story, you become a vital part of a nationwide effort to enhance BA research. Your unique experience is a priceless contribution to paving the way for improved treatments and, with hope, a future cure.
Nov 25, 2025
Support BARE’s Caregiver/Patient Support Program this Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity that inspires people to give back to the causes that matter most. While it’s not BARE’s largest fundraising event, it’s an important opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This year, all funds raised will directly support BARE’s Caregiver/Patient Support Program, piloted in 2025 and launching in 2026. Caregiving for someone with biliary atresia can be stressful and traumatic, often leading to anxiety, depression, sleep disturbanc
Nov 25, 2025
