Pink4pitt
What is Pitt Hopkins?
Pitt Hopkins is a rare neuro-developmental disorder caused by
a mutation of the TCF4 gene on the 18th chromosome. It is characterized
by developmental delays, problems with motor coordination
(ataxia) and balance, breathing abnormalities, seizures and severe
intellectual disability. Most individuals with Pitt Hopkins do not
develop functional speech. Pitt Hopkins affects all races and both
genders equally.
Since the gene that causes Pitt Hopkins was
only found in 2007, currently there are less than 350 children in the
world diagnosed with this syndrome, however we believe there are many
more.
OUR RESEARCH
Every cent that
Pitt Hopkins Research Foundation goes to the research- and this is
important: the research is truly cutting edge, and if you know anyone
with ALS, Alzheimer's or Autism, then this is of interest because single
gene disorders like Pitt Hopkins (where the cause has been identified)
is one of science's best hopes for finding treatment for other
genetically caused syndromes. This research affects us all.
Campaigns
Rare Disease Day is Feb 29th. Let's Paint the Town Pink For Pitt Hopkins!
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Rare Disease Day is Feb 29th. Let's Paint the Town Pink For Pitt Hopkins!
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Rare Disease Day is Feb 29th. Let's Paint the Town Pink For Pitt Hopkins!
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Rare Disease Day is Feb 29th. Let's Paint the Town Pink For Pitt Hopkins!
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Rare Disease Day is Feb 29th. Let's Paint the Town Pink For Pitt Hopkins!
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Rare Disease Day is Feb 29th. Let's Paint the Town Pink For Pitt Hopkins!
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