Little Isiah Washburn is about to embark on a battle against a life threatening genetic disorder, Hurler Syndrome or Mucopoly-saccharidosis I (MPS I). Isiah, the son of Jenni Ireland and Josh Washburn was only diagnosed with the disease in early July. Now with the help of caring individuals and businesses he and his family are off to the Duke University Medical Center in North Carolina where he has been accepted into a treatment program so intense, it is only offered in one other hospital in the United States. The young boy will have to remain in North Carolina for at least six months.
The family is very appreciative of the community outpouring of prayers, love, emotional and financial support that will aid Isiah with his medical needs and help bring him home to Maine with a positive prognosis. Donation jars have been placed in a large number of area businesses. A fund has also been set up at all Merrill Merchant Banks in Maine, simply reference the Isiah Fund when making a contribution.
For anyone who would like to stay updated on Isiah’s progress while he is at Duke University Medical Hospital in North Carolina, log onto www.isiahsangels.org. To learn more about Hurler Syndrome (MPS I) visit www.mps1disease.com. |
A happy moment for little Isiah Washburn.
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