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Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a genetic bone disorder characterized by fragile bones that break easily. It is also known as “brittle bone disease.”
Gaithersburg, MD
Joined February 2010
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The OI Foundation's goal is to provide information for OI community members, medical professionals, and caregivers. Visit the OIF's online Information Center at #OIawarenessweek #UnbreakableSpirit
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RT @NemoursOrtho: .@NemoursOrtho is celebrating Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) Awareness Week. #OI is a rare genetic disorder notable for bri….
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Thank you for celebrating Wishbone Day with us! We hope you will continue to raise OI awareness throughout National OI Awareness Week (May 3-10)! To learn more about how you can get involved, please visit #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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Your participation in current OI studies helps move OI research forward! If you are interested in learning more about current OI studies and publications, join the OI Registry at #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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OI is a collagen disorder caused by a mutation (change) in a gene that affects bone formation, bone strength, and the structure of other tissues. Learn more at #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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Different types of OI have dominant, recessive, or X-linked inheritance. Dominant inheritance occurs in 90% of individuals, recessive inheritance occurs in 5-10% and X-linked occurs in less than 5%. Learn more at #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit
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Learn More! The OI Foundation online Information Center includes factsheets, publications, and video resources on a variety of topics related to understanding and living with OI. Visit #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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The exact number of people with OI in the U.S is unknown, but estimates show approximately 20,000 to 50,000 individuals. #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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Osteogenesis imperfecta exhibits a wide variation in appearance and severity. Every individual is unique. #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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One of the best ways to raise OI awareness is to educate your community about OI and share your personal OI story! SHARE this graphic to start the conversation with your friends and family!.#WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare and complex genetic disorder of the collagen that is often characterized by bones that break easily. Learn more at #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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Celebrate with us today by wearing Wishbone Day yellow and educating your family, friends, and community about osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). #WishboneDay #UnbreakableSpirit #OIawarenessweek
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OI Support Group leaders are hosting virtual events throughout OI Awareness Week! Join us tonight at 8:00pm ET for OIF Resources & Family Fun Night. Register to attend this week's Zoom events at #OIawarenessweek #UnbreakableSpirit
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It's National OI Awareness Week! SHARE this photo to help raise OI awareness across the globe! #OIAwarenessWeek #UnbreakableSpirit
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The @OIFoundation is hosting a regional conference here in Denver. Register to join our orthopedics experts from May 3 to 5 and learn more about #OsteogenesisImperfecta management and treatment. #OrthoTwitter.
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