Spreading Awareness: Road Scholar Transport Honors Neurofibromatosis, Lupus, and Cystic Fibrosis
With a fleet dedicated to several dozen causes and organizations, Road Scholar Transport continues its mission to raise awareness for various health conditions. This May, we spotlight three significant causes: Neurofibromatosis, Lupus, and Cystic Fibrosis. Neurofibromatosis (NF) Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder causing tumors to form on nerve tissue. It affects approximately 1 in 3,000 individuals, with about 50% of cases resulting from spontaneous mutations. NCBI Types of NF: NF1 : The most common form, characterized by skin changes and benign tumors. NF2 : Rarer, leading to hearing loss, balance issues, and tumors on the auditory nerves. Schwannomatosis : The rarest type, causing intense pain due to tumors on peripheral nerves. In 2019, Road Scholar introduced a Children’s Tumor Foundation truck, featuring the image of President Debra Barrett’s grandson, who was diagnosed with a tumor. This initiative aims to sprea...