It is the second most common genetic disorder in Australia affecting 1 in 2000 people.

Velocardiofacial syndrome (VCFS) is a gene mutation in your DNA and is associated with cleft palates, congential heart disease and many other disorders, up to 180 disorders can be linked to VCFS! Which can affect nearly every organ system in the body with broad reaching effects on development and behavior, including speech, language, personality, mood, learning, attention, and temperament.

The abnormality is detected through genetic testing and can be done on adults or for the baby during pregnancy.

For more information visit the VCFS Foundation Website.