Facial Paralysis & Bell's Palsy Foundation

02/29/2024

Today, February 29th, is Rare Disease Day. There are several rare diseases that can cause facial paralysis, including Moebius Syndrome. Please visit: bit.ky/RDD2024 to learn more about how you can recognize and support this important day!

01/26/2024

The University of Oxford is seeking volunteers to take part in an online research study on the mental health impact of facial paralysis. Please consider taking part in this important study. You can learn more below:

https://psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_78L43DhdPenzloW

01/24/2024

Each year on January 24th we celebrate Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day. This is a rare congenital condition that can affect facial muscles and eye movement, causing facial paralysis.

Please take a few moments to read this timely article from Dr. Kathleen Bogart, a psychologist and researcher who also has Moebius Syndrome.

You can also find out more about Moebius Syndrome by going to:
www.moebiussyndromefoundation.org.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/disability-is-diversity/202101/7-things-understand-moebius-syndrome-awareness-day?fbclid=IwAR2I48s_6WrQJFpsvuK5--n43e5snGH9YzMuZzBo6jbnrylvJyq4WNhbniQ

Psychologist with Moebius syndrome explains the value of expressive diversity.