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MCC Daily Tribune

National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month

National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month is celebrated every year in March as an awareness campaign to express support for the ones suffering from Cerebral Palsy. Starting in 2006 by the Cerebral Palsy Advocacy Group, their initiative has pushed for positive changes in the social structures of education, health care, and the job market so that all who suffer from this condition are given adequate opportunities to grow and prosper as any normal, healthy human being. This year, let’s use this month to build as much awareness as possible in as many people so that we can strive towards a better, caring, and tolerant society.

HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CEREBRAL PALSY AWARENESS MONTH

  1. Participate in an awareness program

    Both adults and children with cerebral palsy can be victims of hostile behavior and misunderstanding. Participate in a campaign to spread awareness about this.

  2. Spend time with someone affected by cerebral palsy

    Do not spend time with them out of pity, because they will sense it. Spend time with them to learn how they live and discover their daily struggles.

  3. Go green

    Since green is the color of National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, wear green as a symbol of your involvement in the cause. Encourage others to go green as well!

5 IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT CEREBRAL PALSY

  1. It is not a disease or sickness

    This condition is not a disease or sickness — it is not contagious and cannot be reversed, although some symptoms can be lessened with physiotherapy, speech therapy, or occupational therapy.

  2. Everyone with cerebral palsy is unique

    No two people with cerebral palsy are the same and they are equally deserving of love and care as those who do not suffer from this condition.

  3. There is a special awareness day

    In addition to having an entire month dedicated to Cerebral Palsy, March 25 is an annual day to remember the plight of those living with cerebral palsy.

  4. 17 million are affected around the world

    17 million people are living with cerebral palsy, which is equal to the entire population of the Netherlands.

  5. Opportunities are needed

    People with cerebral palsy do not need sympathy — they need opportunities to live their lives as independently as possible.

WHY NATIONAL CEREBRAL PALSY AWARENESS MONTH IS IMPORTANT

  1. Awareness needs to be spread

    The more people know about cerebral palsy, the more we can create a safe and friendly culture for those living with the condition. We can help them strive for excellence in spite of the extreme challenges they face.

  2. Our education systems need to be transformed

    Due to their circumstances, children with cerebral palsy require special care and advanced learning systems. We need to place greater focus on special-needs schools to ensure that cerebral palsied children can reach their full potential.

  3. Knowledge and compassion create a better world

    Adults and children living with cerebral palsy have the same rights to life and dignity as anyone else. Our attitudes need to change, and this will only come with greater understanding.

 

National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month - National Today - https://nationaltoday.com/national-cerebral-palsy-awareness-month/

Sarah Benedict
MCC Wellness Council
03/24/2023