Fabry Disease Awareness Month is observed in April. During this time, advocates educate and raise awareness about Fabry Disease, and the way to recognize, diagnose and understand its management.

Fabry Disease Awareness Month calls attention to Fabry Disease, a rare disease that interfere with the body’s ability to break down specific fatty substances. It is considered an “orphan” disease. It is more common in women, but it occurs with greater severity in men.