Gastroschisis Awareness Day 2027
Friday 30 July 2027
This awareness day spotlights gastroschisis, a condition diagnosed during early pregnancy scans. The exposed intestines pose risks but can be treated through surgery soon after birth.
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Dates and event details
Gastroschisis Awareness Day 2027 is on Friday 30 July 2027. It falls on 30 July every year.
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 30 July 2027 |
| 2028 | Sunday 30 July 2028 |
| 2029 | Monday 30 July 2029 |
| Where | UK, international, US and Australia |
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What is Gastroschisis Awareness Day?
This awareness day spotlights gastroschisis, a condition diagnosed during early pregnancy scans. The exposed intestines pose risks but can be treated through surgery soon after birth. The day is about empowering parents with knowledge, celebrating medical advances, and connecting families with care networks.
Gastroschisis Awareness Day is observed annually on July 30 to raise awareness about gastroschisis – a birth defect where a baby’s intestines develop outside the abdomen. The day promotes education, early diagnosis, and support for affected families.
When is Gastroschisis Awareness Day?
Held every year on July 30, the date anchors a wider month-long campaign throughout July. Community walks, webinars, lighting events, and fundraising activities amplify visibility and support.
How to Get Involved in Gastroschisis Awareness Day
- Wear green: The international symbol for gastroschisis awareness – ribbons, shirts or accessories.
- Share stories: Parents and survivors can raise understanding by talking about their journeys online or in events.
- Join events: Walks, lighting ceremonies, and webinars hosted by groups like The Global Gastroschisis Foundation.
- Fundraise: Support charities that fund research, family support, and specialist care.
- Advocate: Encourage better prenatal screening, neonatal referral systems, and coverage of hospital care.
Noteworthy Facts About Gastroschisis
- Affects approximately 4 per 10,000 births – rising in incidence over recent decades.
- Detected via 20‑week prenatal scans and confirmed with follow‑up monitoring.
- Emergency surgery shortly after birth is required to protect exposed organs.
- The Global Gastroschisis Foundation marks nearly two decades of raising awareness and supporting families.
Links
- The Global Gastroschisis Foundation
- UK NHS guide to gastroschisis
- Gastroschisis overview
History of Gastroschisis Awareness Day
The awareness movement was led by The Global Gastroschisis Foundation, also known as Avery’s Angels. Since the early 2000s, they marked July 30 with events and outreach. In 2027, they celebrated the 16th anniversary campaign during July with global participation.
Hashtags
#GastroschisisAwareness, #GastroschisisAwarenessDay, #GoGreen4Gastroschisis
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