In a meeting today with two wonderful thoughtful friends of mine; Franovik decides to give back to PROGERIA SYNDROME.
Progeria (
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria
Syndrome ("Progeria", or "HGPS") is
a rare, fatal genetic condition
characterized by an appearance of accelerated aging in children. Its name is
derived from the Greek and means "prematurely old." While there are
different forms of Progeria*, the classic type is Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria
Syndrome, which was named after the doctors who first described it in England;
in 1886 by Dr. Jonathan Hutchinson and in 1897 by Dr. Hastings Gilford.
HGPS is caused by a mutation in the gene
called LMNA (pronounced, lamin - a). The LMNA gene produces the Lamin A
protein, which is the structural scaffolding that holds the nucleus of a cell
together. Researchers now believe that the defective Lamin A protein makes the
nucleus unstable. That cellular instability appears to lead to the process of
premature aging in Progeria.
Although they are born looking healthy,
children with Progeria begin to display many characteristics of accelerated
aging at around 18-24 months of age. Progeria signs include growth failure,
loss of body fat and hair, aged-looking skin, stiffness of joints, hip
dislocation, generalized atherosclerosis, cardiovascular (heart) disease and
stroke. The children have a remarkably similar appearance, despite differing
ethnic backgrounds.
Children with Progeria
die of atherosclerosis (heart disease) at an average age of thirteen years.
Progeria has not been in mainstream like other childrens illnesses;when you read about it and see how many actually die from this disease, it needs to supported by everyone.
Remember to save the date: September 28, location and other details to come in the next few days.
Thank you to all our clients, fans, and followers.
Viktor Franovik
Just a brief note on the event of 2013.
Viktor Franovik and Francisco Perez, Owners and Fashions Designers of Franovik Designs are gearing up for the event of 2013. Franovik as part of giving back to the environment and community is coordinating their 5th year anniversary bash and tieing it to a local South Florida Charity, most likely a children's foundation.
The event will celebrate 5 years of hard work, and triumphs and will showcase pieces of their past collections featuring the model and the photographer which made the piece come alive.
Viktor Franovik, the companies CEO will invite everyone which were involved with Franovik from the moment of its inception. Look for models, beauty queens, celebrities, make up artists, hair designers, photographers, videographers, and more.
You will also see charities that they have fundraised for like Angel's Pediatric Heart House, Prestige Club, American Heart Association, among others.
Viktor Franovik is looking for the right location, it will somewhere close to the hot spots, and will have ample parking. Franovik will be reaching out soon to sponsors for this event.
Save the Date, September 28, 2013.....forthose interested, please email franovikgivesback@gmail.com, info@franovik.com, franovikgivesback.blogspot.com for updates. Look for the website www.franovikgivesback.com very soon!!!
Thank you to FACE FUTURE, FASHOMODA and the media sponsors who have already committed to this event.
Wait for my email or phone call.....
Viktor
After a long last quarter in 2012, where we were involved in two fashion shows back to back with LS1426 and Elements of Green Miami Splash and the very upsetting flop in New York City in early 2013 (that's another story); we decided to let go of the shows for now and concentrate on a celebration.
Save the date on your calendar: September 28, 2013, Franovik gives back to a local South Florida charity on our 5th year anniversary.
This event promises to be the event of all events in 2013. I have 6 months to prepare. I have the concept and writing up all the proposals, letters, flyers and drafts to present to sponsors and local venues.
Everyone will start seeing information on this event very soon. Follow us on all the social sites, like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, MiamiUrbanLife, Blogger, our websites and magzines like Elegant Dreams, Latin Connection, among others.
For anyone interested, please email me at: franovikgivesback@gmail.com or info@franovik.com. And always remember too Always Give Back.
Viktor Franovik
www.franovik.com
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Progeria (Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria
Syndrome ("Progeria", or "HGPS") is a rare, fatal genetic condition
characterized by an appearance of accelerated aging in children. Its name is
derived from the Greek and means "prematurely old." While there are
different forms of Progeria*, the classic type is Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria
Syndrome, which was named after the doctors who first described it in England;
in 1886 by Dr. Jonathan Hutchinson and in 1897 by Dr. Hastings Gilford. 
HGPS is caused by a mutation in the gene
called LMNA (pronounced, lamin - a). The LMNA gene produces the Lamin A
protein, which is the structural scaffolding that holds the nucleus of a cell
together. Researchers now believe that the defective Lamin A protein makes the
nucleus unstable. That cellular instability appears to lead to the process of
premature aging in Progeria. 
Children with Progeria
die of atherosclerosis (heart disease) at an average age of thirteen years. 
