Angelman Today November / December edition 2013 | Page 26

Combatting Misdiagnosis

Calendar of Angels

Due to the Angelman syndrome community’s support
and that of several media partners, the Angelman
Syndrome Foundation launched a public service
campaign aimed at reducing the rate of misdiagnosis of
individuals with Angelman syndrome. Nearly 50 percent
of individuals with Angelman syndrome were originally
misdiagnosed with an incorrect disorder prior to
obtaining the proper diagnosis of Angelman syndrome.
This is unacceptable, so the Angelman Syndrome
Foundation created a campaign to raise awareness
of Angelman syndrome and its symptoms among
the general population, specifically parents, through
development of 30-second and 60-second public service
announcements (PSA). Thanks to the support of Time
Warner Cable and numerous independent television
stations across the country, the PSA is airing nationally
and in large media markets that span the country.

The 2014 Calendar of Angels will soon be available for
purchase! Share the spirit of love this season by giving
your friends, family and loved ones the Calendar of Angels
as a gift. The calendar features individuals with Angelman
syndrome and proceeds from calendar purchases directly
benefit the Angelman Syndrome Foundation.

The Angelman Syndrome Foundation is incredibly
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