Facial Pain Association Puts a Spotlight on Those Living with Neuropathic Facial Pain during Facial Pain Awareness Month

Buildings and monuments around the world light up teal to show support

SUWANEE, Ga., Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout the month of October, the Facial Pain Association (FPA) celebrates Facial Pain Awareness Month by honoring those living with neuropathic facial pain. The following days and conditions are highlighted during the month:

Oct. 7: Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day
Oct. 10: Geniculate Neuralgia Awareness Day
Oct. 14: Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia Awareness Day
Oct. 25: Occipital Neuralgia Awareness Day

Neuropathic facial pain refers to pain experienced in any part of the face, including the eyes and mouth. Simple activities such as smiling, talking, eating, or brushing your teeth can cause immense pain lasting several minutes or hours, multiple times a day. Left misdiagnosed and/or untreated, neuropathic facial pain can have a debilitating impact on a person's life.

"Facial pain is often misunderstood, including by many healthcare professionals, leaving patients on a long and frustrating road before arriving at a proper diagnosis and treatment plan," emphasized Dr. Raymond Sekula, Chair of the FPA's Medical Advisory Board and Professor of Neurological Surgery at the Columbia University Department of Neurological Surgery. "The most important way to expedite the patient's journey toward pain relief starts with awareness."

Over 30 buildings, bridges, and monuments will light up in teal to shine a light on neuropathic facial pain and show support for the facial pain community. Participants include famous skyscrapers, bridges, and sports stadiums to small town village halls. A list of participating locations can be found here (https://www.facepain.org/blog/light-it-up-teal/)

"Shining a teal light on our community helps amplify awareness of neuropathic facial pain and shows support for those living with this challenge," expressed Melissa Baumbick, CEO of the Facial Pain Association. "Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to our dedicated volunteers who are tirelessly working to bring awareness to their local communities."

For more information on neuropathic facial pain, please visit FPA's website at www.facepain.org.

Light it Up Teal Participants as of October 3

     Building/Site                           
     City                    State Lighting
                                                                               Date



     JL Tower                                
     Anchorage               AK    10/6 -10/12



     Retirement Systems of Alabama           
     Mobile                  AL        10/7/24



     Retirement Systems of Alabama           
     Montgomery              AL        10/7/24



     Union Plaza Building                    
     Little Rock             AR        10/7/24



     "M" Sign City of Moreno Valley          
     Moreno Valley           CA        10/7/24



     Jefferson St. Viaduct                   
     Ottumwa                 IA        10/7/24



     Jack's Urban Meeting Place              
     Boise                   ID        10/7/24



     AES Indiana Window Lights               
     Indianapolis            IN       10/21/24



     Martin Luther King Bridge               
     Fort Wayne              IN       10/21/24



     State Capital Building                  
     Baton Rouge             LA        10/7/24



     Norman B. Leventhal Park                
     Boston                  MA        10/7/24



     Rose Kennedy Greenway                   
     Boston                  MA        10/7/24



     Gillette Stadium                        
     Foxborough              MA        10/7/24



     Gloucester Clock Tower                  
     Gloucester              MA    10/7 & 10/8



     I35W Bridge Minneapolis-St.Paul         
     Minneapolis             MN        10/7/24



     France Avenue Lighting                  
     Edina                   MN        10/7/24



     Bob Kerrey Bridge                       
     Omaha                   NE       10/21/24



     MEET Center                             
     Las Vegas               NV        10/7/24



     Franklin D. Roosevelt Mid-Hudson Bridge   Poughkeepsie /Highland
                                                 Crossing               NY       10/15/24



     Skydance Bridge                         
     Oklahoma City           OK        10/7/24



     Crystal Bridge                          
     Oklahoma City           OK        10/7/24



     Peace Bridge                            
     Fort Erie               ON        10/7/24



     PECO Crown Lights                       
     Philadelphia            PA    10/7 -10/10



     Sakonnet River Bridge                     Portsmouth and Tiverton RI        10/7/24



     Ruby Falls                              
     Chattanooga             TN        10/7/24



     Alamo Quarry Market Smokestacks         
     San Antonio             TX        10/7/24



     Virginia Aquarium                       
     Virginia Beach          VA        10/7/24



     Seattle Convention Center Arch          
     Seattle                 WA        10/7/24

About Facial Pain Association: The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is a registered non-profit, 501(c)(3) volunteer-led and community-focused organization. We are the largest patient organization supporting all people affected by neuropathic facial pain, leading the world in resources for information and healthcare guidance. Through programs of education, personal support, and advocacy efforts, the FPA supports patients, their loved ones and caregivers, and healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat people affected by facial pain.

Contact:
Sarah Winner
Marketing, Communications, and Events Manager
swinner@facepain.org

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