October is National Dwarfism Awareness Month. We want to introduce you to Julian Worsham, a first grader at Bethany Elementary, and the community of people who are supporting him with a one-of-a-kind gift. #BSDTogether #letsbeinspiring Bethany Elementary School | Beaverton School District

Dwarfism Awareness Day 23 - Many individuals with dwarfism have identifying traits found in the features of their hands. The first hand featured below is often referred to as a starfish hand, identifying Achondroplasia. Other forms of dwarfism have different features that can help doctors identify that specific form of dwarfism. Watch the full video below to see a small representation of LPA members hands, identifying their age and form of dwarfism. Do you see the common traits? #DwarfismAwarene

Let’s learn about Diastrophic Dysplasia 👨🏾‍🏫 Did you know there are over 400 different types of dwarfism? Each have their own unique traits and challenges. The most common types include Achondroplasia, Diastrophic Dysplasia, Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia (SED), and Pseudoachondroplasia — but no two experiences are the same. My type, Diastrophic Dysplasia, affects about 1 in every 500,000 people worldwide. It can cause things like a cleft palate, scoliosis, ear differences, hip and knee issues,