National Microcephaly Day

Online, September 5, 2009 (Newswire.com) - (Peoria ARIZONA) September 4th, 2009 -The Foundation for Children with Microcephaly announced today that they will host "National Microcephaly Day" on September 30th in honor of Robin Freeman. Last year 12 year old, Robin Freeman (diagnosed with Microcephaly), arranged Microcephaly Awareness Day on September 30th in England. Friends, family and Facebook buddies helped Freeman raise awareness of this all too common disorder.

Robin and his family are at it again, but this year the Foundation for Children with Microcephaly will join them in their fight to raise awareness. Microcephaly (small head/brain) affects at least 2% of the entire population, which is far more common than other well known disorders. Microcephaly is constantly overlooked in the medical field; it is under-recognized and under served.

"I want people to know about Microcephaly, when I mention it no one has heard of it." Stated Freeman. Jayne Freeman, Robin's mother, is so proud of her son and Robin's sister for starting this nationally recognized day.

Jenniffer Lewis, Founder/President/CEO of the Foundation for Children with Microcephaly stated, "I am trying to open the world's eyes to Microcephaly. People need to know about this all too common disorder. Microcephaly needs to be recognized. I am here to let the world know that Microcephaly can no longer be ignored."

This year "National Microcephaly Day" will be celebrated by families affected all over the world. The Foundation for Children with Microcephaly invites everyone to wear yellow on September 30th in honor of all of the children and adults diagnosed with Microcephaly. Donations can be made online at www.childrenwithmicro.org or at any US Bank.

About the Foundation for Children with Microcephaly:
The Foundation for Children with Microcephaly is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children diagnosed with Microcephaly (and other neurological disorders) to progress, thrive and succeed in life. We help families acquire necessities & services for their children to live the best, most comfortable life possible. We are also devoted to raising awareness of this under-recognized disorder and providing support to families who have children diagnosed with Microcephaly. We actively participate in research and we never lose hope that one day, we will find a cure! Visit www.childrenwithmicro.org for more information.

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