New Delhi, 5 October (IANS). Today, when the world is talking about digital revolution, artificial intelligence and reaching the moon, on the other hand there are millions of children and adults who are struggling for the basic needs and rights of life. Cerebral palsy is a similar disease that not only affects the body of the person, but also challenges his entire life and social existence. To make people aware of this, World Cerebral Palsi Day is celebrated worldwide every year on 6 October.
Cerebral palsy or CP is a neurological disorder that affects the part of the brain that controls body movements, muscles and balance. It is usually caused by birth, at the time of birth or immediately after birth to the brain injury or oxygen deficiency. As a result, symptoms such as difficulty in walking, difficulty speaking, viewing or swallowing, obstruction of mental development and weakness in muscles are seen. CP persists till the whole life.
According to world health organizations, cerebral palsy is the most common physical disability found in children worldwide. Its spread in India is also worrying. It is estimated that about three children are affected by cerebral palsy in every thousand births. Despite this, there is a lack of awareness in the society about this disease. Many times it is considered mental disability, while it is not completely correct. Every person has its symptoms different and in some cases normal life is possible only by light care.
World Cerebral Palsy Day was started in 2012 by the Serbral Palsi Alliance. Its purpose is to give a platform to the voice of children, adults and their families globally. On this day, organizations, schools, hospitals and voluntary organizations around the world organize seminars, workshops and public awareness programs and people try to reduce the correct information about this situation, identify its symptoms and reduce social discrimination.
This year’s theme of World Cerebral Palsy Day is ‘unique and united’. This theme highlights a deep social message. This theme reminds us that a person suffering from cerebral palsy does not have mercy, but right to equal.
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