Today’s featured photographer is Petra Knight with her submission titled! “Breathe”.
Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a term that refers to genetic (inherited) disorders of cilia. Cilia are microscopic, whip-like organelles (little organs) that line the upper and lower respiratory tract, including nasal passages, sinuses, lungs, ear tubes, reproductive organs and the ventricles of the brain.
Cilia, together with airway mucus, provide the first line of defense for the airways, maintaining healthy airway tissue. This important biological system is known as “mucociliary clearance.” Defects of mucociliary clearance can lead to recurrent ear and sinus infections, pneumonia and other pulmonary diseases. Cystic fibrosis is an example of another genetic disorder of mucociliary clearance that shares many features with PCD. ~ Children’s Health
The PCD Artist Project is a collaborative effort by artist to raise awareness for PCD or primary ciliary dyskinesia and support the PCD Smiles program. Each artist who submitted art work to the project either has PCD or has a PCD friend or family member.
The PCD Artist Project’s 2020 exhibition merchandise ranges from apparel, giftware, home furnishings, and printed products such as posters, prints, wall art, and other items, all created from our exhibition; which can be viewed on PCD Smiles’s website. It is our hope that you support the PCD Smiles program by purchasing exhibition merchandise today.
***All proceeds from the PCD Artist Project go to support PCD Smiles!!!
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- To sponsor a PCD Smiles Cheer-box today!
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Thank you for your consideration!
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