2 November 2009 to    8 November 2009

Cleft lip and palate is the third most common birth defect and occurs in approximately 1 in every 700 births, yet despite its prevalence it is still a condition which is relatively unknown to the general public.

Cleft Awareness Week is a time to bring knowledge, understanding and recognition of this common birth defect into the public domain.  It is also a time to raise awareness of the understanding and friendly support which CleftPALS can offer to those who are affected by cleft lip and / or palate.  

Our service is available to anyone who is having or has had a child with a cleft, or anybody who needs to talk to someone about a cleft in the family.   CleftPALS Qld is available on 3341 5627, to talk to people who have been through and can share the experience, because ‘The Sharing Helps’.

Send mail to cleftpal@powerup.com.au with questions or comments about this web site.
Last modified: October 15, 2009