SYRACUSE. N.Y. (WSYR-TV)-- Syracuse Mayor Walsh Ben has declared June 7 Tourrette Syndrome Awareness Day in Syracuse, NY.

Tourette Syndrome is a neurological condition that involves involuntary, repetitive movements and vocalizations known as tics.

Mayor Walsh, Councilmember Nave, families impacted by Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders, and members of the Syracuse community will gather on the steps of City Hall on June 6, at noon to announce the proclamation.

Recognizing the disorder will help raise awareness, educate, and promote inclusion for individuals living with Tourette Syndrome and other Tic Disorders. It will also increase supportive environments where people, regardless of their neurological disorder, can grow.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Preventio

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