| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Cerebral Palsy Day (WCPD) |
| Date Observed | 6 October (annually) |
| First Observed | 2012 |
| Founded by | Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Australia |
| Theme (2025) | "Unique and United" |
| Purpose | Raise awareness about cerebral palsy, promote inclusion, equality, and empowerment for individuals with CP and their families. |
| Global Prevalence | Over 17 million (1.7 crore) people globally live with cerebral palsy. |
| Indian Incidence | Approximately 3 per 1,000 live births. |
| Connected Individuals | Around 350 million people are closely connected to someone affected by CP. |
| Comorbidities (CPARF) | 1 in 2: intellectual disability; 1 in 3: limited or no walking ability; 1 in 4: speech difficulties or bladder issues; 3 in 4: chronic pain; 1 in 10: significant vision impairment. |
| Key Symptoms | Delayed motor development, muscle stiffness or floppiness, poor coordination, difficulty with speech or swallowing, vision or hearing impairments. |
| Causes & Risk Factors | Brain injury during pregnancy or infancy, premature birth, maternal infections, Rh incompatibility, birth asphyxia. |
| Importance | Advocates for early detection, intervention, policy reforms, reduced stigma, scientific research, and community support. |
| Global Events | Conferences, awareness rallies, green-light campaigns, health check-up drives. |
| History | Established in 2012 by the Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Australia, to unite 100+ countries for equal rights, opportunities, and access for individuals with CP. |
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