22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome Foundation

Summer Fun!

The Foundation has had a very busy summer this year! Over 50 children and teens with the 22q11.2 deletion traveled to Pennsylvania for a week of fun at Dragonfly Forest camp. The 22q camp week would not have been possible without the Foundation's efforts and financial assistance. Learn more about Dragonfly Forest. Parents and siblings of the campers also enjoyed their own special 22q Family Activity Week.

From July 29th through the 31st, the 7th International 22q11.2 Deletion Conference will be held in Coventry, UK. The professional meeting attracts prominent 22q researchers from around the world, while parents receive practical information and support during the concurrent family program. The meeting will feature presentations by several board members, including Foundation president, Carol Cavana.


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Save the Date 22q and Boo! A haunted Halloween party to benefit the Foundation October 30, 2010 ~ Philadelphia

The 22q11.2 deletion syndrome is a recognizable pattern of physical and developmental features associated with a missing piece of genetic material from chromosome 22. The condition is sometimes referred to as velo-cardio-facial or DiGeorge syndrome. The effects of the deletion can include a variety of physical findings, such as heart problems, cleft palate, immune deficiency, and a characteristic facial appearance. In addition, many people with the 22q11.2 deletion syndrome show a spectrum of developmental issues, including learning, social, and emotional differences.