THE VIRUS NO-ONE IS TALKING ABOUT

Learn more about CMV

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus that can passed from pregnant women to their babies, and can cause cerebral palsy and other disabilities.

Download our essential guide to learn more about CMV and how you can help prevent CMV infection during pregnancy.

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CMV key points

Healthy people infected with Cytomegalovirus (CMV) often have no symptoms. CMV is easily spread through close person-to-person contact.

If a pregnant woman is infected with CMV, her baby is also at risk of infection which can cause injury to the baby’s developing brain.

In Australia, more than 400 babies every year are born with a life-long disability caused by CMV, including cerebral palsy.

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Meet Dax

Dax has had it tough from day one when he was born with the umbilical cord wrapped around his neck.

After a difficult and complicated diagnosis, Dax started therapy with CPA and inspires everyone every day with his infectious determination and constant positive progress.

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Your donation will help fund essential research, including a CMV Register that will help us understand the long term impact of CMV and of antiviral therapies.

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Meet some more inspiring young kids!

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Aidyn

Born just shy of 23 weeks, Aidyn is now a happy, cheeky, and funny kid. He lives with severe cerebral palsy, and is making amazing progress with the support of CPA therapies like Telepractice sessions and physiotherapy, to get ready for his first year of school.

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Christopher

Christopher has defied the odds and surprises everyone around him with this strength, determination, will to live and capacity to love. Born at 37 weeks after suffering brain damage in the womb due to CMV, Christopher has severe CP, is non-verbal, and has no control over his limbs.

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Anastasia

Two-year-old Anastasia is a bright girl who learns quickly. She lives with severe cerebral palsy and uses switch toys. These toys provide her with the opportunity to fully engage in play, have fun, improve her movement, learn vital developmental skills, and communicate with her family.