World Mitochondrial Disease Week
World Mitochondrial Disease Week is celebrated globally during the third week of September, to educate and increase awareness about mito. Those of us directly affected by the disease are very aware of its existence, but there are lots of people out there who have never heard of this rare genetic disorder, so let’s enlighten them!
This year’s awareness week runs from Monday 16th to Sunday 22nd September. We’ll have loads of fun and exciting things planned to help get mito in the spotlight, so please get involved and help raise awareness of this rare genetic disorder. We all have the potential to make a huge impact, whether that’s at work, in school or within our local community, so together let’s make this year’s event the biggest yet!
Mito facts to share
Social media is a powerful medium for raising awareness. To help us keep talking about mito, not just during World Mitochondrial Disease Week, we've put together some hard-hitting facts about mito in all shapes and sizes for you to share on your social media channels.
Add your own personal message if you like, and don’t forget to include the #MitoAware and #WorldMitoWeek hashtags. Find and download all of our facts here.
We've also put together some fun puzzles all about mitochondria to help little ones learn about mito. They’re a great way to get kids involved and start spreading the word too.
Why raise awareness about mito?
Researchers have discovered links between mitochondrial dysfunction and other conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s, diabetes, cardiac issues and some cancers. Scientists believe that in focusing on mitochondrial dysfunction, they may be able to devise effective treatments and potential cures for mito and help the millions of people who suffer from these diseases too. That’s why it’s so important to spread the word.
