Battling keratoconus is difficult. With common diseases there is a lot of research seeking to develop new treatments. But with rare or uncommon diseases like keratoconus, there is often very little research, and so there are fewer options for treatment. In some countries, even just getting a correct diagnosis can be hard.
That's why every year on November 10 we come together to raise awareness among the public, researchers, health professionals and policy makers about the impact keratoconus has on the lives of those affected, and their family and friends.
World Keratoconus Day is our chance to raise awareness and hope. Let's join together to spread the word.
World Keratoconus Day advocacy material
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What is World Keratoconus Day?
World Keratoconus Day is an annual day of awareness held on November 10, to focus global attention on keratoconus and ectatic corneal disorders.
World Keratoconus Day is commemorated by several organizations, companies, healthcare professionals, celebrities, and people living with keratoconus and their families. World Keratoconus Day activities include keratoconus screening programs, educational seminars, sports events and others.
When World Keratoconus Day was started?
World KC Day or National Keratoconus Day was created in 2016 by the National Keratoconus Foundation (NKCF), an educational program of the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, UC Irvine.
What is keratoconus?
Keratoconus (KC) is a degenerative condition of the eye in which the normally round, dome-shaped cornea becomes progressively thinner. this causes a cone-like bulge to develop in the area where the cornea is thinnest- usually in the center. If left untreated, Keratoconus may lead to significant visual impairment and legal blindness.
How many people have keratoconus?
Keratoconus occurs in about 50 to 200 of every 100,000 people in the general population and it is found in all parts of the world and in all ethnic groups.
Spread the word
This is the 6th World Keratoconus Day and we still have a long way to go to make this a globally recognized awareness day. You can help to spread the word and tell everyone about this special day by sharing this page with your friends and family.
Tell your keratoconus story
Share your photos, videos and your experiences! be part of World Keratoconus Day by informing others and raising awareness, sending a message of solidarity and community. We will share your stories and photos on our blog and social media accounts.
Make #Keratoconus trending on Twitter
Help to make #Keratoconus hashtag trending on Twitter. share a glimpse of your keratoconus story in 280 characters or less! share the challenges you face because of keratoconus and tell the world why this day matters to you.
Tweet #KeratoconusTweet #WorldKCDay
Encourage individual action
Talk with family, friends, and colleagues, about keratoconus, about why this day matters to you and about KC’s impact on our community, and get involved with or host an event for the awareness day.
Make sure to tell us about your activities and events so we could share them with our community.
Stay up-to-date!
Stay up-to-date with keratoconus news, events, and latest health advances by following Keratoconus Group on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. You can also join our discussion forums on Facebook and Reddit to get help and share your experiences with other patients.
Sophia Devetzi (@SophiaDevetzi)