August is National SMA Awareness Month
Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy has been coordinating national awareness month since 1996. Raising awareness of SMA in the general public can lead to increased resources for SMA and better care for SMA patients. The majority of people do not know about SMA until it directly affects their family. Even the letters SMA don't ring a bell with many doctors, nurses, and community members.
Fight SMA Bracelets
Purchase a "Fight SMA" bracelet from Lullaby Blankies for $2.00 each and 100% of all proceeds will go to the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation. Click the link below to take you to our website to purchase a bracelet.
What can you do to spread awareness?
- Plan an SMA fundraiser
- Get involved and spread awareness
- Tell 5 people about SMA
- Tell your OBGYN to tell 5 other doctors your story
- Tell all your friends to get tested for SMA if they are planning on becoming pregnant
- donate money or time to an SMA organization of your choice (Gwendolyn Strong Foundation or Families of SMA).
Honor SMA Angels on August 13th
Join families and SMA organizations around the country by lighting a candle at sunset on August 13th to remember and honor those who have lost their battle with SMA.
