Savannah P.: Youth Advocate for Tourette Syndrome

Episode 26 • February 26, 2025 • 00:18:07
Savannah P.: Youth Advocate for Tourette Syndrome
Simple Acts, Big Impact
Savannah P.: Youth Advocate for Tourette Syndrome

Feb 26 2025 | 00:18:07

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Hosted By

Natalie Silverstein, MPH

Show Notes

Tourette Syndrome is a neurological condition that may cause sudden repeated movements or vocal sounds called tics. My guest today, Savannah, was diagnosed with Tourettes when she was 7 years old, and now serves as a youth advocate for the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome. In this role, Savannah speaks to school children about Tourette Syndrome, she helps to raise awareness and organizes fundraising events for NJCTS and their important work.

Learn more about TS at https://njcts.org/.

 

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