World Albinism Day and its cause

World Albinism Day June XNUMXth marks the International Day for Awareness and Solidarity with Patients with #Albinism. enemies the sun .

It is a non-contagious genetic disease that arises as a result of the lack of melanin pigment production in the skin, hair and eyes
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People with albinism suffer from permanent visual problems due to the importance of melanin pigment in the development of the optic nerves, and they are also more likely to develop skin cancer if sun protection methods are not used.
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United Nations information states that people with albinism are subject to discrimination and stigmatization throughout the world, especially in Africa and in countries where the majority of the population is dark-skinned, and that as the degree of difference between skin color increases, the degree of discrimination increases

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It is reported that the reason for this discrimination is due to the association of albinism with myths and false beliefs among the population of sub-Saharan Africa, which leads to endangering the lives of albinos in their communities. In 2010, 700 people were assaulted and killed in 28 countries in Africa

As for discrimination against people with albinism in America, Europe and Australia, it comes in the form of ridicule and bullying of children

Unfortunately, albinism cannot be cured, but it can relieve its symptoms, prevent sun damage, and use medical glasses to improve vision.