Barbados Gets Educated on Scoliosis


"Hikers Barbados and local charity Life-After Curve took to the streets yesterday morning (22nd January, 2017) to educate the public about the challenges faced by people who suffer from scoliosis.

The inaugural hike was done to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of scoliosis among children and adults, and raise funds for those who need immediate assistance.

The hike, which made stops at historic landmarks on the South Coast, was headed by historian Trevor Marshall and was attended by scoliosis patients, parents and guardians. The hikers interacted with curious onlookers, supplying them with information and accepting donations along the two-mile trail.

In an interview with Barbados TODAY, president of Life-After Curve Blanche Goring quoted statistics from the National Scoliosis Foundation (NSF), which indicated that...."

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