Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome, a type of albinism that causes low vision as well as a bleeding disorder. It can cause a Crohns-like GI problem/pulmonary fibrosis
đ October Check-In for the HPS Community! đ
As we near year-end, letâs rally for HPS awareness, research, and each other. Together, we can finish strong! Whatâs one goal youâd love to see happen before 2024? Drop it belowâevery step counts. đȘ #HPSAwareness#OctoberGoals
Happy Birthday Carmen!!
She does so much for so many!
Our support call leader, TIPS coordinator, translator, liaison for those moving stateside for transplant, puts up with all of our shenanigans and more, we love you!
#hermanskypudlaksyndrome#forcarmen
Huge thank you to Sheila Adamo for running our second Motherâs Workshop of the year this past Sunday for momâs of children with HPS!
We appreciate you more than you we can express!
Team HPS at NORD also includes Becky attending virtually!
Mom pick up duty while listening to how AI can help the rare disease community with future advocate leader, HPSer, and her daughter, Leanna!
#NORDSummit#rarediseases#hermanskypudlaksyndrome
Where is Team HPS this week?
Donna is at the NORD Summit in Washington D.C. with Ashley!
Today was a meeting for leaders using the IAMRARE registry which is what we are using for our Datank!
#hermanskypudlaksyndrome#NORDsummit#rarediseases
Impact on Social Life
Seeking input: How do social attitudes affect persons with albinism & HPS in their daily lives? Share your experiences to inform the report. #AlbinismAwareness#HumanRights#Inclusion
Call for Input
Stakeholders are invited to contribute insights on human rights issues affecting persons with albinism & HermanskyâPudlak Syndrome. Help shape the upcoming report. #Inclusion#DisabilityRights #Albinism#HermanskyPudlakSyndrome#UnitedNations
UN Visit from Muluka-Ann Miti-Drummond
The Independent Expert on human rights for persons with albinism and HPS visited the U.S. & Puerto Rico from Oct 7-18, 2024. Purpose: assess initiatives supporting these communities. #HumanRights#Albinism#HPS#UnitedNations
Itâs #InternationalDayofTheGirl and this year itâs about the digital generation and young people becoming active digitally to raise the diversity of girlsâ voices!
Today is #WorldSightDay!
It is important to protect our eyes and vision and raise awareness of vision impairment and blindness.
Eye health services should be accessible, available, and affordable for all children!