Lilly Sponsors Human Growth Foundation's 2015 Family Day

Top Quote Eli Lilly and Company sponsors Human Growth Foundation's Family Day, in celebration of National Growth Awareness Week on September 20, 2015. End Quote
  • Orlando, FL (1888PressRelease) June 25, 2015 - Human Growth Foundation (HGF) today announced that Eli Lilly and Company is the lead sponsor of its HGF Family Day, an event that aims to increase the awareness of growth disorders and the critical importance of early diagnosis and treatment. HGF Family Day will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2015 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at SeaWorld in Orlando, Florida.

    "We are grateful to have Lilly's support. This event will provide a great opportunity to engage the community and healthcare professionals as well as educate them on the importance of early diagnosis and treatment," says HGF executive director Patricia Costa.

    Research shows that growth hormone deficiency has been identified in approximately 1 in every 3,800 children.

    HGF Family Day kicks off National Growth Awareness Week and will feature morning workshops, including: how to obtain medical insurance reimbursement, coping with short stature, and the latest developments in growth disorders. Families will then enjoy catered lunch, followed by SeaWorld park activities. HGF Family Day tickets can be purchased online at www.HGFFamilyDay.net.

    About Human Growth Foundation
    Human Growth Foundation is a national, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide research, education, patient support and advocacy to children with disorders of growth and adults with growth hormone deficiency. For more information, visit www.hgfound.org.

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