Our mission at PCD Smiles is to bring smiles to hospitalized primary ciliary dyskinesia, no mater their age; through the gift of a cheer package. Currently serving only The United States and Canada.
Know of a hospitalized primary ciliary dyskinesia patient? Please visit our “Request a Cheer Package” link and fill out our secured form to submit them for a cheer package today!
The PCD Artist Project is a collaborative effort by artist to raise awareness for PCD & support the PCD Smiles cheer package program. Visit our exhibits today!
Written by PCD Smiles
on October 23, 2026.
Posted in Topic Thursday
For most of us, breathing is something we never have to think about. We inhale. We exhale. We go about our day. For someone living with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), breathing can become...
Written by PCD Smiles
on October 22, 2026.
Posted in Topic Thursday
Growing up comes with plenty of changes—new responsibilities, new routines, college or work, relationships, and greater independence. For someone living with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), there...
Written by PCD Smiles
on October 21, 2026.
Posted in Topic Thursday
When many people hear Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD), they picture a child with chronic infections, constant congestion, or a persistent wet cough. But PCD doesn't end when childhood does. PCD is...
Written by PCD Smiles
on October 20, 2026.
Posted in Topic Thursday
PCD is not one uniform condition. More than 50 different genes have been associated with PCD, and these genes can affect the structure, assembly, or movement of cilia in different ways. As a result,...