SUPPORT HYDRO WARRIORS THIS SEPTEMBER

SUPPORT HYDRO WARRIORS THIS AWARENESS MONTH

SEPTEMBER 2022 

DONATE TO WIN! CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE COMPETITION

Hydrocephalus is caused by a buildup of CSF in the brain. It occurs when there is too much fluid that cannot be drained naturally. Hydrocephalus can’t be cured but it can be treated, most commonly by the insertion of a VP shunt. 

APPROXIMATELY 1 IN

BABIES ARE BORN WITH HYDROCEPHALUS EACH YEAR IN AUSTRALIA

A shunt is the

MOST COMMON TO FAIL

medical device. Those with HYDRO will require multiple brain surgeries throughout THEIR LIFE.

APPROXIMATELY

%

OF SHUNTS FAIL WITHIN 2 YEARS OF PLACEMENT

About US

Here at the Hydrocephalus Support Association (HSA), we represent those with Hydrocephalus and their families in Australia. Our mission is to support further research into medical shunts for those with the condition, and also provide other support where we can, so those affected can live long full lives.

Click here to learn more about Hydrocephalus and the HSA.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

There are many ways you can support a Hydro Warrior!

ENTER THE COMPETITION

During the month of September, every donation to the HSA (Hydrocephalus Support Association) gets you an entry into the competition to win a prize pack valued at $3,600!

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BUY MERCH

Buy one of our Under Pressure Bucket Hats or waterbottles and start a conversation about Hydrocephalus at work, on the playground or in the Supermarket. All proceeds go directly to the HSA. 

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DONATE

Talk to your daycare, school or workplace about donating or donate funds to the HSA individually.

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SPREAD THE WORD

Visit our Facebook, Instagram and YouTube channels and share facts around Hydrocephalus and life for those with the condition.

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