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SUMMARY:INTERNATIONAL WHEELCHAIR DAY
DESCRIPTION:First launched in 2008\, International Wheelchair Day is celebrated every March 1 for wheelchair users to celebrate the impact their wheelchair has had on their lives. \n \nAccording to British blogger Steve Wilkinson\, aka “WheelchairSteve\,” who founded International Wheelchair Day\, the purpose of the event is to: \n\nEnable wheelchair users to celebrate the positive impact a wheelchair has in their lives.\nCelebrate the great work of the many millions of people who provide wheelchairs\, who provide support and care for wheelchair users and who make the world a better and more accessible place for people with mobility issues.\nAcknowledge and react constructively to the fact there are many tens of millions of people in the world who need a wheelchair\, but are unable to acquire one.\n\nIn the U.S. alone\, approximately 3 million people rely on a wheelchair every day. And while wheelchairs provide people with a way to overcome their disability\, accessibility issues continue to keep them from seeing much of the world. \nA (Very Brief) History of the Wheelchair \nTo help celebrate International Wheelchair Day\, and promote their Mobility Unlimited Challenge\, the Toyota Mobility Foundation published a brief history of the development of the wheelchair: \n \n\nWhile both chairs and wheels have been around of thousands of years\, the Ancient Greeks and the Chinese were the first ones to think of combining the two. The Ancient Greeks are well known for their chariots\, and records show that they used wheeled beds to transport people unable to walk. In China\, wheelchairs have been in use since roughly 525 AD.\nKing Philip II of Spain\, who reigned from 1527-1595\, used a custom-built wheelchair with arm and foot rests; however\, he had to be pushed and couldn’t propel himself.\nIn Germany in 1665\, Stephen Farfler\, who was a paraplegic watchmaker\, built a wheelchair with three wheels and a hand crank on the front wheels. Thus\, users could move themselves without assistance.\nIn 1887\, wheelchairs (“rolling chairs”) were introduced to Atlantic City so invalid tourists could rent them to enjoy the Boardwalk. Soon\, many healthy tourists also rented the decorated “rolling chairs” and servants to push them as a show of decadence and treatment they could never experience at home.\nThe X frame\, very similar to models still in use today\, was invented by two engineer friends\, Herbert Everest and Harry Jennings\, who was disabled\, in 1933 because they wanted a chair that could be folded and fit in a car.\nCanadian George Klein and his team are considered to have invented the first motorized wheelchair. Development began in the 1950s to help World War II veterans.\n\n  \nSource: https://www.prentrom.com/caregivers/international-wheelchair-day
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SUMMARY:WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
DESCRIPTION:What is World Down Syndrome Day \nWorld Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) \, 21 March\, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012. \nThe date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month\, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. \n  \n What is Down Syndrome  \nDown syndrome occurs when an individual has an extra partial (or whole) copy of chromosome 21. It is not yet know why this syndrome occurs\, but Down syndrome has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions across the globe and commonly results in variable effects on learning styles\, physical characteristics and health. \n  \nBackground \nThe estimated incidence of Down syndrome is between 1 in 1\,000 to 1 in 1\,100 live births worldwide. Each year\, approximately 3\,000 to 5\,000 children are born with this chromosome disorder. \nThe quality of life of people with Down syndrome can be improved by meeting their health care needs\, including regular check-ups with health professionals to monitor mental and physical condition and to provide timely intervention be it physiotherapy\, occupational therapy\, speech therapy\, counselling or special education. Individuals with Down syndrome can achieve optimal quality of life through parental care and support\, medical guidance\, and community based support systems such as inclusive education at all levels. This facilitates their participation in mainstream society and the fulfillment of their personal potential. \n#InclusionMeans… \nWDSD is a unique opportunity for the global Down syndrome community to connect every year\, so we can: \n\nshare ideas\, experiences and knowledge;\nempower each other to advocate for equal rights for people with Down syndrome and\nreach out to key stakeholders to bring about positive change.\n\nSources: \n\nhttps://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/\nhttps://www.un.org/en/observances/down-syndrome-day#:~:text=In%20December%202011%2C%20the%20General\,on%2021%20March%20each%20year.
URL:https://bcd.org.bw/event/world-down-syndrome-day/
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SUMMARY:PURPLE DAY FOR EPILEPSY
DESCRIPTION:What is Purple Day for Epilepsy \nCelebrated annually on March 26\, Epilepsy Awareness Day\, or Purple Day\, was created to increase the public’s understanding of this brain disorder and to eliminate the fear and stigma surrounding it. With over 3.5 million people diagnosed with epilepsy in the U.S. and over 50 million worldwide\, it is likely you know someone living with the day-to-day challenges epilepsy brings. The good news is epilepsy can be easily managed if diagnosed and treated correctly\, so awareness and research are important. \n  \nHistory of Purple Day for Epilepsy \nCassidy Megan from Nova Scotia\, Canada\, founded Epilepsy Awareness Day with the first event held on March 26\, 2008. Motivated by her own diagnosis and struggles of living with epilepsy\, she realized the importance of everyone understanding this common neurological disorder. She created an avenue for people to learn\, engage\, and support the public’s education of epilepsy as well as dispel the myths and fears surrounding it. \nEpilepsy is caused by electrical disturbances in the brain resulting in seizures of various types. It can be a scary condition to people who do not understand what is going on\, which has led to many unnecessary assumptions and even laws about the disease and the capabilities of those who live with it. It’s the fourth most common neurological disorder after migraines\, strokes\, and Alzheimer’s. Estimates show that one in 26 Americans will develop epilepsy at some point in their life. \nIn 2009\, the Anita Kaufmann Foundation partnered with the Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia to launch Purple Day\, bringing more collective attention and structured campaigns to the purpose of the day in the U.S. and internationally. Over 100\,000 students\, 95 workplaces\, and 116 politicians participated in Purple Day events that same year. \nThe Anita Kaufmann Foundation trademarked Purple Day in 2011 and it has continued to expand its reach since. \nRealistic and detailed purple ribbon in vector illustration.\nSource:  https://nationaltoday.com/epilepsy-awareness-purple-day/#:~:text=Celebrated%20annually%20on%20March%2026\,fear%20and%20stigma%20surrounding%20it.
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