Two Greenwich High School students, co-presidents of the school’s Anatomy and Physiology Club, Mia Lin (senior) and Benjamin Zackson (junior), said their club has partnered with the Huntington’s Disease Society of America to organize a walk to raise funds for Huntington’s disease.
The “Team Hope Walk” is set for November 2 at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
Benjamin Zackson and Mia Lin from Greenwich High School are planning a walk to raise funds for the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. Contributed photo
Mia and Benjamin said anyone who would like to join their cause and support the Huntington’s Disease Society of America, should consider signing up for the walk, Team Greenwich.
Huntington’s disease is a fatal genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. It deteriorates a person’s physical and mental abilities usually during their prime working years and has no cure. Every child of a parent with HD has a 50/50 chance of inheriting the faulty gene that causes the disease. Today, there are approximately 41,000 symptomatic Americans and more than 200,000 at-risk of inheriting the disease. Huntington’s disease is described as having ALS, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s – simultaneously. HD is characterized by a triad of symptoms, including progressive motor dysfunction, behavioral disturbance and cognitive decline.
By signing up for the Nov 2 event, you’ll not only be part of an amazing event but also receive a free T-shirt included with the participation fee. Additionally, if you donate more money through team Greenwich, there are special gifts available.
“Rest assured that your contribution will go towards critical research and advancements in the fight against Huntington’s disease,” Mia and Benjamin said. “Your support helps fund various types of research, contributing to significant progress and making a real impact on the lives of those affected by the disease.”