An estimated 1 in 25 children born in the UK is affected by a genetic disorder, with over 30,000 babies born each year with a condition. There are more than 6,000 known genetic disorders which are the leading cause of death for children under 14. Jeans for Genes Day is held annually where people donate £2/£1 by wearing jeans to work or school, raising over £2 million each year to support families and children living with genetic disorders through care, equipment, and community events.

2. An estimated 1 in 25 children born in the UK is affected by a genetic disorder, that
equates to more than 30,000 babies born in the UK each year.
There are more than 6,000 recognised genetic disorders.
Their associated health problems mean that genetic disorders are the biggest cause of
death of children aged 14 years and under.

3. Thousands of adults and children across the UK pay £2 /£1 to wear their jeans to work or school
on Jeans for Genes Day. Every year we raise more than £2 million.
Jeans for Genes Day 2013 will be held on Friday 20 September.

4. We help charities provide vital support and care that children and families living with
genetic disorders urgently need.
Donations pay for practical day-to-day support, equipment, respite and events which
bring families together to help them feel less isolated.

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