Huntington Society of Canada kicks-off annual November Amaryllis Campaign
Funds raised go toward research into treatments and support programs for families
(KITCHENER) Oct. 27, 2011 – Did you know that November is Amaryllis month? It is at The Huntington Society of Canada (HSC) and we are kicking it into high gear as October is drawing to a close.
Historically the amaryllis is symbolic of success won after a struggle and often given in recognition of a job well done. Today it has also come to symbolize pride and determination, especially for us at HSC. After 31 years, The Huntington Society of Canada’s Amaryllis Campaign continues to grow and blossom, thanks to the tremendous determination of our dedicated national volunteer network.
HSC’s Annual Amaryllis Campaign helps raise funds that go towards research to find a meaningful treatment, and programs to improve the lives of Canadians across the country that are living the with effects of Huntington disease each and every day.
Funds will also help us end genetic discrimination, in partnership with Canadian Coalition for Genetic Fairness (CCGF), an organization which represents 18 hereditary genetic diseases, including Huntington disease, Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s , in their struggle to ensure all Canadians are treated fairly and not discriminated against because of their DNA.
You can visit www.inspirehope.ca to discover how you can purchase your Premium Orange Sovereign or contact us at amaryllis@huntingtonsociety.ca on how you can become a volunteer to help raise awareness.
Every Amaryllis blooming in someone’s home, office, or in our online virtual garden of hope, where you can donate and plant a virtual amaryllis – holds the promise of a world free from HD and brings us one step closer to finding a meaningful treatment. For more information, visit www.inspirehope.ca or call 1-800-998-7398.
Huntington disease is a genetic disorder. About one in every 10,000 Canadians has HD, but one in every 1,000 are touched by HD whether at risk, as a caregiver, family member or friend. The HD gene is dominant, which means that each child born to a parent with Huntington disease has a 50% chance of sharing the same fate. As yet, there is no cure.
The Huntington Society of Canada (www.huntingtonsociety.ca) is a national network of volunteers and professionals, united in the fight against HD since 1973, who aspire to a world free from Huntington disease. The Society maximizes the quality of life of people living with HD by delivering services, enabling others to understand the disease and furthering research to slow and to prevent Huntington disease.
Media Contact:
Jane Dawkins 519-749-8491 ext 30
jdawkins@huntingtonsociety.ca
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