World Cerebral Palsy Day 2023

Cerebral Palsy is a condition which is unfortunately present in many people by birth. It can often be very challenging to live with, especially for the loved ones who may be surrounded by. So to honour all the people suffering from this condition, every year World Cerebral Palsy is celebrated on the 6th of October. On this day, people around the world are taught about the reason behind this. They help spread awareness about the facts that come with Cerebral Palsy. In this blog, we will talk about the history of Cerebral Palsy, how it can be and much more. Read on. 

What is Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral Palsy is a type of deformity which is caused due to abnormal brain development, this often happens before birth. Due to this, the child is born with a motor disability, stiffness, weakness and tremors in muscles. This is one of the most common types of disability found in children. 

There is a treatment for this which can only help with the situation and not help it. 

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History of World Cerebral Palsy Day

The concept of World Cerebral Palsy Day all began with a small campaign called “Change My World in One Minute.” This campaign was initiated by the Cerebral Palsy Alliance in Australia. It wanted to seek global change by allowing people to share ideas about new technologies and products that could be used the people with Cerebral Palsy which will make their lives much easier.

However, with time more ideas were spread out and shared with inventors to give them life. Over the years, several research teams from all over the world have taken part in this while allowing the presentation of new inventions at the CPA’s yearly event. 

Eventually, this day not only became a day for invention and innovation but also became a social movement to inform people about this. 

It has been calculated that more than 17 million people around the world suffer from Cerebral Palsy. However, Cerebral Palsy Day helps bring awareness to people about the same. 

World Cerebral Palsy Day: Theme 

As of now, there is no information available on the theme for the World Cerebral Palsy Day. Last year, World Cerebral Palsy Day was celebrated with the theme: “Millions of Reasons”. In 2020, the theme for this event was “Make Your Mark”, in 2019, the theme was “Move As One” and Son. 

Significance of World Cerebral Palsy Day

World Cerebral Palsy Day is celebrated to understand the impact of the disorder. For all those who don’t know, Cerebral Palsy affects infants and children alike. As per the official website of Cerebral Palsy Day, it is said, “ “Cerebral palsy is one of the least understood disabilities and people with cerebral palsy are often out of sight, out of mind and out of options in communities around the world. This needs to change.” 

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How to Prevent Cerebral Palsy?

To prevent Cerebral Palsy from happening in children from birth, here are all the measures the mother should take. 

• During their pregnancy, one should avoid smoking cigarettes, and medicines which are harmful to the foetus as well as get vaccination such as rubella before trying to get pregnant.
• Controlling health issues, such as blood pressure, diabetes, etc.
• Reducing the risk of head injury during/after birth.

How to Celebrate Cerebral Palsy?

To celebrate World Cerebral Palsy Day or contribute by sharing their ideas. They can do so by participating through social media by sharing their story (if you’re a person who deals with CP or knows someone with it). 

One can also let everyone know what day it is today using the hashtag #worldcerebralpalsyday and tell your friends about different ways they could participate. 

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