"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not."
~ Dr. Seuss
May is for Williams Syndrome Awareness.
What is Williams Syndrome?
Williams syndrome is a genetic condition that is present at birth and can affect anyone. It is characterized by medical problems, including cardiovascular disease, developmental delays, and learning disabilities. These occur side by side with striking verbal abilities, highly social personalities and an affinity for music.
WS affects 1 in 10,000 people worldwide – an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 people in the United States. It is known to occur equally in both males and females and in every culture.
Unlike disorders that can make connecting with your child difficult, children with WS tend to be social, friendly and endearing. Parents often say the joy and perspective a child with WS brings into their lives had been unimaginable.
Please know the facts and spread awareness of this little known syndrome.
Please visit http://www.williams-syndrome.org/ for more information.
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