Patient and Family Support Association · Catalonia, Spain

Associació Catalana de la Síndrome 22q11

A Catalan nonprofit providing information and support for families affected by 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, with meetings, conferences, and family activities since 2011.

About Associació Catalana de la Síndrome 22q11

Support for families affected by 22q11.2 deletion syndrome

Associació Catalana de la Síndrome 22q11 supports families affected by 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, a genetic condition. The association cites an incidence of one in every 4,000 births. Its stated purpose is to connect families in Catalonia and provide guidance about diagnosis and the condition's manifestations.

Meetings and information

Since 2011, the association has organized regular meetings, conferences, and outings for families who want to share their experiences. It also holds assemblies and conferences and has helped organize the 3rd European 22q11.2 Syndrome Conference. Its website publishes scientific and medical information, including presentations by experts, along with links to support groups and other resources.

Information about the condition

The association identifies heart conditions, palate-related conditions, and learning difficulties among the most common symptoms of 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. It also emphasizes early diagnosis and awareness of the condition's manifestations.

Contact

Email: info@22q.cat or 22qcatalunya@gmail.com. The association also has a contact form on its website and is on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

In brief

Support for families affected by 22q11.2 syndrome