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Celebrate World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day by showing support for those affected and raising awareness of the importance of healthy bones and joints!
Celebrate World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day on October 19 to recognize the importance of keeping bones healthy in children. This special day was created by The International Society for Child and Adolescent Orthopedic Surgery (ISCAOS) in 2019 with the mission to raise awareness about pediatric bone problems, specifically those that affect the musculoskeletal system. By learning more about how we can prevent these issues from occurring or minimize their effects, we can help ensure that our kids have strong bones throughout their lives!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1922</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Vitamin D</div><div class='timeline-text'>Scientists Elmer McCollum and Marguerite Davis discovered Vitamin D, which plays a critical role in promoting bone health in children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Classification of Childhood Arthritis</div><div class='timeline-text'>The classification of childhood arthritis, now known as Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), was established, helping diagnose and treat bone and joint illnesses in children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hip Dysplasia Diagnosis Improvement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Methods for diagnosing and treating hip dysplasia in infants were significantly improved, leading to better outcomes for affected children.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gene Therapy for Bone Disorders</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first successful gene therapy for a bone disorder, specifically Pediatric Bone and Joint Day, was reported, providing hope for curing genetic bone diseases.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div the='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>ISCAOS Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Society for Child and Adolescent Orthopedic Surgery (ISCAOS) was founded to provide a global platform for childhood bone and joint health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The ISCAOS established World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day to raise awareness of pediatric bone and joint health issues.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a bone health awareness event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Host an event where you can educate people about the importance of keeping bones and joints healthy. Invite experts and speakers to share their knowledge and experiences.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a bone health campaign</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media or other tools to spread word about the importance of bone and joint health among children, teens, and adults. Share simple tips on how to keep bones healthy throughout life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer in a pediatric clinic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Help out in a pediatric clinic to provide moral support for sick children and their families. You can also volunteer your time to help with administrative tasks or other needs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a pediatric bone health charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Donate money or gifts to charities that help fund research and treatments for pediatric bone and joint diseases.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Practice physical activities with kids</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Engage kids in physical activities like running, jumping, skipping, playing tag, etc., which can help strengthen bones and joints.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes education about the importance of pediatric bone and joint health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day raises awareness about the importance of proper nutrition, development, and injury prevention for young children. It also encourages healthcare providers to prioritize family centered care and educate parents on how to keep their children’s bones and joints healthy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Advocates for resources for those suffering from pediatric diseases</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day advocates for better access for individuals with chronic or acute musculoskeletal disease. It helps raise money to provide services such as childhood arthritis, osteogenesis imperfect, scoliosis, muscular dystrophy, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises fundsfor research into treatments & cures</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Funds raised during World Pediatric Bone and Joint day is contributed towards research by medical professionals looking for a cure to these illnesses. The money can be used to unlock potential treatments or develop new ones that improve the quality of life for pediatric patients across the world.</p></div></div>
World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day is celebrated on October 19 every year. In 2024 World Pediatric Bone and Joint Day will occur on a Saturday.
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