Huntington’s Victoria’s May Awareness Campaign

Raising awareness for Huntington’s Disease.

We are joining hands with Huntington’s Victoria and other Melbourne landmarks to light up blue on May 22nd to raise awareness and support those living with Huntington’s disease.

Huntington’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative condition characterised by the dysfunction and eventual death of brain cells, resulting in physical, cognitive, and psychological impacts. It is caused by an inherited mutation in the huntingtin gene, with each child of an affected parent having a 50/50 chance of inheriting this mutated gene. While there is currently no cure, medications and maintaining brain and gut health can help manage symptoms. Huntington’s Victoria is dedicated to supporting each and every person affected by Huntington’s disease.

#LightItUp4HD

Old Treasury Building will be lit in blue and purple for this event from sunrise to sunset.