Congenital heart defects are the #1 birth defect. In the US alone, over 25,000 babies are born each year with a congenital heart defect. The largest portion of birth related infant deaths are due to heart abnormalities. At least 35 types of heart defects are recognized.

In order to increase public awareness of Congenital Heart Defects and Childhood Onset Heart Disease (CHD's), an effort has been initiated to get all 50 states in the US to declare February 14 as
"Congenital Heart Defect Awareness" Day

Setting aside a day of remembrance and celebration of the great medical advances which keep our loved ones alive will honor the unseen battle that children and adults with CHD fight daily. The creation of a day of this kind will help to lift the barrier of ignorance, helping both the families and individuals who currently are affected by Childhood Onset Heart Disease, and those whose lives may be affected in the future.

By sharing our experiences and providing information about Congenital Heart Defects, we hope to raise public awareness about conditions that affect thousands of babies each year in the United States. It is our sincere hope that efforts to educate the public will result in better support and educational services, scientific research, and improved quality of care for our children and adults.

For more information, contact:

Children's Health Information Network
1561 Clark Drive
Yardley, PA 19067
215-493-3068
http://www.tchin.org

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