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Greetings, Porphyria Warriors,
This week is dedicated to our cause, though we believe that awareness is a year-round effort and we will continue to lift our voices throughout 2021. The APF has created social media activities, daily events, videos, Facebook Live and Zoom meetings, logos, and materials and we will spotlight each of the different types of porphyria. But this week is all about YOU and how you can spread awareness. The information for your use is available on porphyriafoundation.org. Check out Porphyrias at a Glance which highlights each type. We hope you will participate in some, or all, of these events…and implement some of your own.
#LETSTALKPORPHYRIA and welcome a conversation about our group of rare diseases. Tell one, tell three or tell one hundred people – friends, doctors, the public – about how you feel and the issues we face.
I am in awe of each and every one of you - patients, physicians, researchers, scientists, nurses, advocates, partners – all with an eye on the future of porphyria.
We thank you for your tremendous and continued support. The APF remains relentlessly focused on research, access to treatment, patient and physician education, advocacy, and supporting this wonderful community.
Throw on your purple swag and please stay safe!
Kristen
Global Leaders Unite to spread awareness! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyLlL8HNjAY
How will you get the conversation started? Get creative and let us know how you will get involved - at a safe distance. We hope that you feel empowered to raise porphyria awareness within your communities.
Share your ideas/stories at: general@porphyriafoundation.org or edrinw@porphyriafoundation.org
Schedule for Today - Saturday, April 10
WEAR PURPLE DAY!!!!
MAKE A CHANGE ON FACEBOOK
CHECK OUT THE PAW CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SEND US YOUR PHOTOS AND STORIES FOR A SATURDAY #PorphyriaAwarenessWeek ;ROUND-UP
Purple shirt? Purple Hair? Purple Nails? Furry friends? An interesting conversation?
Send your pictures and/or stories to: general@porphyriafoundation.org
Why Purple?
The terms porphyrin and porphyria are derived from the Greek word porphyrus, meaning purple. Urine from some Porphyria patients may be reddish-purple in color due to the presence of excess porphyrins and related substances in the urine, and the urine may darken after exposure to light.
Make a Change
Add our custom made Facebook Frame and Banner to your profile in support of Porphyria Awareness Week! Encourage your family and friends to do so!
Instructions:
Saturday, April 10
Sunday, April 11
Monday, April 12
Tuesday, April 13
Wednesday, April 14
Thursday, April 15
Friday, April 16
Saturday, April 17
