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We have 2 more days left of our Purdue Global American Red Cross Club blood drive. Please consider pledging to donate blood to save a life. In celebration of Black History Month, the virtual American Red Cross student chapter, in collaboration with the Purdue Global Office of Organizational Culture and Inclusive Excellence and PG Student Life, would like to invite everyone across the nation to donate blood to raise awareness of Sickle Cell Anemia. Blood donors who are Black play a critical role in helping people with sickle cell disease, the most common genetic blood disease in the U.S. Patients with the disease may rely on regular blood transfusions throughout their lives. It is essential that the blood they receive be the most compatible match possible from someone of the same race or similar ethnicity. Today, there aren’t enough blood donors to meet this urgent need. By donating blood, you can make a difference in the lives of a patient with sickle cell disease, as well as moms with complicated childbirths, people fighting cancer, accident or trauma victims being raced to emergency rooms, and many more. Join us to HELP Sickle Cell Anemia Patients! Join us to HELP Neighbors in Need! https://lnkd.in/gHYMkTD6

On World Thyroid Day we acknowledge the importance of research into this crucial gland in the body. Through your generous donations, Charlies Foundation for Research Discovery Grants have supported Professor John Walsh (SCGH) in research of DNA methylation as a marker of thyroid hormone action in predicting quality of life and treatment response in hypothyroidism. You can support important causes like this here; https://buff.ly/4amJ2mz

Given that the uvea comprises the choroid, ciliary body and iris as per some definitions, maybe attention needs to be placed on the fibrous layer of the retina. Bruch’s membrane which is fibromuscular is negatively charged. By injecting positively charged VEGF and FGF capsules through target microscopic brachytherapy we can correct: 1. Uveitis - release microscopic prednisone with the capsules 2. Macular degeneration - supplying adjacent GF 3. Diabetic proliferation retinopathy - targeted areas of these two compounds - anti in others 4. Preclude retinal detachment by obviating all of above 5. Unblock canal of Schlemm by releasing synthetic lysozyme from Bruch via diffusion and capillaries RCH is clinically the strongest hospital overall including adult hospitals. It’s where I studied paediatrics as a medical student and is no doubt the forerunner worldwide in clinical guidelines. Your biggest fan! Arjun

👀 What an eye-opening experience! 🩺After attending the webinar about Diagnosis Of Rare Diseases, by RD-Portugal with The Ordem dos Farmacêuticos, I had the privilege of meeting Ana Rita Moreira and Luis Miguel Oliveira. Dani's parents, a really cute boy who has, unfortunately, been diagnosed with a rare disease caused by a v-ATPase genetic disorder, which causes developmental and epileptic encephalopathy. A condition that has no known treatment, and is very limiting for children. 👫 As strong-fighter parents who couldn't consent to the lack of knowledge and medical support for their child, they founded the v-ATPase Alliance Association, uniting families affected by v-ATPase genetic disorders, and promoting treatment research and development. 🔬 It is with great honor and enthusiasm that I have become part of this research group, aiding in the search for a treatment discovery! In collaboration with RARE-X, we are starting to build an innovative Data Collection Program 📚 that will allow us to advance research , therapy, and drug development. 💊 🙍♀️ This is a really debilitating condition, where children and their families face enormous daily challenges. If you want to help this mission feel free to share this program or give a kind donation. 🤲🏼 https://lnkd.in/dmjT2QZX 🧬 v-ATPase Alliance: https://lnkd.in/dbDMUvZe

Sickle Cell is widespread in the Black Community. And we are getting close to a cure. 1 out of 12 Black Americans have the Sickle Cell trait and can pass it along. 1 out of 365 Black Americans have Sickle Cell Disease. I am so glad that Christopher Beck, CAP® is working to raise money and find a cure for the disease. Gene editing technology is promising and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is leading the work. Research and treatment takes money. My role was to talk about different charitable giving strategies we could employ to fuel the work and how we could amplify the impact and possibly get tax benefits. Win-Win! If you want the key points of my presentation download the guide in the comments. Let’s cure our community.

The Gift of Life ❤️ In a few short weeks, our second Cardiac Surgical Mission of 2024 is touching down in Ukraine with Global Cardiac Alliance! By donating to CCI, you help ensure that as many children as possible can be treated for life-threatening congenital heart defects, such as 'Chernobyl Heart'. https://lnkd.in/eWV69Y3z

In the past, cancer was a taboo topic within the black community, often left unspoken and individuals battled it alone, hidden from friends and loved ones. The pain of discovering their struggles only at funerals was heartbreaking. I recall a time when we lost five women to cancer in our community, their diagnoses hidden, and their isolation profound. The Oladele Foundation has transformed this narrative, eradicating secrecy and fostering a supportive environment. Their unparalleled care has instilled hope and resilience, uniting cancer patients and survivors, addressing their needs, and fostering a community of love and support. Attending gatherings hosted by the Oladele Foundation, I've witnessed the profound impact firsthand. Survivors share their stories, revealing tales of survival and triumph. One such story moved me deeply – a young lady, once silent about her battle, now a survivor thanks to the Foundation's unwavering support. However, learning about the Foundation's funding struggles was disheartening. The thought of their vital services being compromised saddened me. Their work is indispensable, bringing solace and strength to countless families. I urge corporations, organizations, and governments to rally behind the Oladele Foundation, ensuring its continuity and efficacy. Allocating a portion of donations, akin to initiatives like CIBC's, would be transformative, significantly impacting survival rates in the black community. Let us unite in support of the Oladele Foundation, ensuring they can continue their invaluable work. Their contribution, bringing joy and healing to those battling cancer, is truly akin to the healing power of a joyful heart, as scripture reminds us. https://lnkd.in/g5uVVEJ7

We're all tied to heart disease and stroke in some way, and we must change that. Join your CREW friends, family, and co-workers to support Theo- Our Heartbreak Hero! Theo's journey began during his 20-week scan, where he was given a tough diagnosis—Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) a rare congenital heart defect where the left ventricle is severely underdeveloped. Although congenital heart defects affect 1 in 100 babies, only 1 in every 3,841 babies receives a diagnosis of HLHS. Come walk or donate to help the American Heart Association, whose support fuels research, innovation, and a collective hope for families like ours. Your contributions not only help extend the lives of these courageous children but also provide a beacon of hope for their futures. https://lnkd.in/e8hWaAaq

Prevention is key. 💛 #StandUpToCancer researcher Dr. Fola May was inspired by the patients she worked with during her clinical training and has dedicated her career to education, prevention, and early detection. Join our mission and help cancer patients everywhere live longer and healthier lives. Donate today at https://lnkd.in/gAk9ptcu. #WhenSheStandsUp #CancerPreventionandEarlyDetectionMonth

Did you know that 32% of parents of children under 18 mistakenly believe that it’s fine for a child with celiac to eat gluten at special events if it only happens occasionally? 🤔 Misinformation is scary, and for those with autoimmune diseases, it can be dangerous. We’re correcting Americans’ misinformation about celiac disease that was uncovered in the 2024 Beyond Celiac/Harris Poll survey. ✅ We know that one day, we’ll have treatments and a cure! But we need your help to get there. Every dollar counts—celebrate our summer of science and make your donation today at https://hubs.li/Q02BzC560 ☀️ #celiac #celiacdisease #autoimmune #autoimmunedisease #gluten #glutenfree #glutenfreeliving #chronicillness #celiacresearch #celiacawareness