A non-profit organization called Hydro Angels Over America is hosting a Walk-Run-Roll 5K for Hydrocephalus Awareness on Sept. 27th.

Hydrocephalus, also called "water on the brain" is a condition in which there is an abnormal build up of CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) in the cavities (ventricles) of the brain. The buildup is often caused by an obstruction which prevents proper fluid drainage. The fluid buildup can raise intracranial pressure inside the skull which compresses surrounding brain tissue, possibly causing progressive enlargement of the head in infants, and convulsions, vision impairment, pressure, headaches and brain damage in infants to adults. Hydrocephalus can be fatal if left untreated.

  • Location of Event:Town Park •The Amphitheater at 120 Edwards Drive. Jena, LA (Located near the play park)
  • Check-in (starts at) 8:00am on September 27, 2014
  • Opening Ceremony starts at 8:30am
  • 5K Run starts at 9am
  • Walk - Roll to follow at 10am
  • $25 for adults & $10 for kids under 18 and includes T-shirt (if you pre-register)
  • Also included: refreshments, entertainment, Team T-shirt Contest, face painting & fun!

If you would like to participate in the 5K and/or donate to this cause, click here.

To find out more about Hydro Angels Over America, click here.

 

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