Saturday, 25th September is the International Ataxia Awareness day. It’s a collaborative effort from organisations around the world to raise awareness for the condition. Here are some details about the disease from the National Ataxia Foundation’s website:
‘Ataxia is a degenerative disease of the nervous system. Many symptoms of Ataxia mimic those of being drunk, such as slurred speech, stumbling, falling, and incoordination. […] People affected by Ataxia may experience problems with using their fingers and hands, arms, legs, walking, speaking or moving their eyes. Ataxia affects people of all ages. Age of symptom-onset can vary widely, from childhood to late-adulthood. Complications from the disease are serious and oftentimes debilitating. Some types of Ataxia can lead to an early death.’
There are many different ways to fundraise or support the Ataxia community - see below for several informative sources.
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