Look
beyond face value.
This Thursday is the Annual
Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day. It is
held every 24th of January as it is the birth date of Professor Paul Julius
Moebius, who first diagnosed the disorder in 1888.
Moebius Syndrome is an extremely rare disorder which
effects the muscles in the face and eyes of the person. Most people with Moebius syndrome have normal
intelligence, and others should take care not to confuse their lack of facial
expression with unfriendliness. People with Moebius smile from the inside with their
hearts.
Please wear purple on Thursday, January 24 to show your
support.
The campaign asks: How do you express yourself? There are so many unique ways to express your
true self to others, and individuals with Moebius Syndrome find ways beyond the
face to do so.
If you’d like to learn more about Moebius Syndrome, please see
Ms. Manni or visit: moebiussyndrome.org
