presents the fourth annual HONEY BASH GALA The Cira Centre Atrium

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1 presents the fourth annual HONEY BASH GALA S a t u r d a y, S e p t e m b e r 1 6, The Cira Centre Atrium P H I L A D E L P H I A, P E N N S Y LVA N I A S P O N S O R S H I P & B E N E FA C T O R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

2 auction DONATION FORM Yes! I would like to support the 4th Annual Honey Bash Gala by donating to the Live/Silent Auction. item(s) fair market value name company address city state zip phone Please return this form by August 1, 2017 and have items delivered by September 3, 2017 to: The Bee Foundation 303 West Lancaster Ave, #334 Wayne, PA Phone: (610) auction@thebeefoundation.org thank you for your support!

3 Changing lives through innovative research OUR MISSION The Bee Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness of brain aneurysms and funding innovative research that changes lives. OUR VISION We believe there is a need for better methods of early detection of dangerous aneurysms. We know we can have an impact on awareness, research and care. We will improve the lives of those affected by brain aneurysms. The Bee Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to brain aneurysm awareness and research 1 in 50 4 in 10 people in the U.S. have an unruptured brain aneurysm people with a ruptured brain aneurysm will die as a result *Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke The Bee Foundation is dedicated to creating an expert guided community and providing medical grants that will advance brain aneurysm research, bee aware bee courageous bee happy Website info@thebeefoundation.org The

4 WHO WE ARE The Bee Foundation was founded by Christine Kondra (Doherty) and her sister, Erin Kreszl (Doherty). The two were inspired by the loving memory of their cousin, Jennifer A. Sedney, who died suddenly from a ruptured brain aneurysm in December Christine, a previous medical research consultant, successful entrepreneur and chef, and Erin, an institutional investment advisor and University of Michigan Ross School of Business post-graduate, are dedicated to creating a vibrant and dynamic organization that will acheive its mission. The Bee Foundation is supported by a Scientific Advisory Board that consists of leading clinicians and scientists dedicated to neurovascular research in the area of brain aneurysms. The organization is also supported by a dedicated volunteer staff, including Eileen Smith as Chief Operating Officer, and Courtney Stern as Chief Marketing Officer, both of whom are committed to the organization s inspiration, mission and vision Team Members: Christine Kondra (Doherty) Erin Kreszl (Doherty) Eileen Smith Courtney Stern 2017 Board Members: Christine Kondra (Doherty) Erin Kreszl (Doherty) Michael Kane Alison Sedney J Mocco, MD, MS Stephen McIlwain OUR INSPIRATION On December 25, 2013, we said goodbye to a remarkable young woman who was taken from us too early. At the age of 27, Jennifer A. Sedney suffered a fatal brain aneurysm that burst with few warning signs. Jenny danced through life and left a smile on the face of everyone she passed. She was a daughter, sister, soul mate, niece, cousin, colleague, student, partner, and most importantly, a true friend. To use her own words, Jenny worked hard and played hard. She was a lover of all things culinary, and a curious Philadelphia implant who took constant photos to document the world around her. In her free time Jenny became a certified health coach to support those around her become a little more radiant. Her health blog, The WellNest, was founded on three guiding principles which she lived her life by: Bee Curious. Bee Radiant. Bee Well. The Bee Foundation was created with that spirit by her family and friends to raise awareness of brain aneurysms and fund innovative research that changes lives. Website info@thebeefoundation.org The

5 BRAIN ANEURYSM 101 what you need to know 1 in 50 4 in 10 people in the U.S. with an unruptured brain aneurysm people with a ruptured brain aneurysm that will die as a result *Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke An estimated 6 million people in the United States have an unruptured brain aneurysm, or 1 in 50 people. The annual rate of rupture is approximately 8 per 100,000 people or about 30,000 people in the United States suffer a ruptured brain aneurysm. There is a brain aneurysm rupturing every 18 minutes. Ruptured brain aneurysms are fatal in about 40% of cases. Of those who survive, about 66% will suffer some permanent deficit. There are almost 500,000 deaths worldwide each year caused by brain aneurysms and half the victims are younger than 50. What is a brain aneurysm? A brain aneurysm (AN-yoo-riz-um) is a bulge or ballooning in a blood vessel in the brain that can leak or rupture, causing bleeding into the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). Most often a ruptured brain aneurysm occurs in the space between the brain and the thin tissues covering the brain. This type of hemorrhagic stroke is called a subarachnoid hemorrhage. A ruptured aneurysm quickly becomes life-threatening and requires prompt medical treatment. Most brain aneurysms, however, don t rupture, create health problems or cause symptoms. Such aneurysms are often detected during tests for other conditions. Treatment for an unruptured brain aneurysm may be appropriate in some cases and may prevent a rupture in the future. What might cause a brain aneurysm? A number of factors can contribute to weakness in an artery wall and increase the risk of a brain aneurysm. Brain aneurysms are more common in adults than in children and more common in women than in men.

6 Some of these risk factors are: A condition you are born with High blood pressure Hardening of the arteries Brain injury Certain blood infection Smoking Drug abuse, particularly the use of cocaine Head injury Heavy alcohol consumption Certain blood infections Lower estrogen levels after menopause What are the symptoms of an unruptured aneurysm? An unruptured brain aneurysm may produce no symptoms, particularly if it s small. However, a large unruptured aneurysm may press on brain tissues and nerves, possibly causing: Pain above and behind an eye A dilated pupil Change in vision or double vision Numbness, weakness or paralysis of one side of the face A drooping eyelid What are the symptoms of a ruptured aneurysm? A sudden, severe headache is the key symptom of a ruptured aneurysm. This headache is often described as the worst headache ever experienced. Other signs and symptoms include: Sudden, extremely severe headache Nausea and vomiting Stiff neck Blurred or double vision Sensitivity to light How is a brain aneurysm diagnosed? Seizure A drooping eyelid Loss of consciousness Confusion A CT scan of the head is done to look for blood in the brain. If the CT scan does not show the problem, a lumbar puncture and angiogram are done. A lumbar puncture (also called a spinal tap) looks for blood in the fluid inside the spine. This fluid is called CFS, or cerebrospinal (ser-ee-brospi-nal) fluid. Blood in the fluid means there may be a subarachnoid hemorrhage. An angiogram is done to show the exact location of the aneurysm. A catheter (thin tube) will be placed into a blood vessel in your neck. Through this, a dye will be injected into these vessels. The dye shows up on an x-ray, and if there is any bleeding, it will appear. What is the treatment for a ruptured brain aneurysm? A person with a ruptured cerebral aneurysm needs medical attention right away. The patient may need surgery. The surgery is called a clip ligation. During the surgery, a metal clip is placed at the base of the aneurysm to control the bleeding and to decrease the risk of more bleeding. More bleeding can mean more brain damage. In some cases, the surgeon will suggest a procedure that blocks the blood vessel so that blood can no longer flow through it. This procedure is called an endovascular embolization. Metal coils are packed into the aneurysm through a catheter that is inserted into the groin. This procedure is done by a radiologist who is specially trained in this type of procedure. The procedure will be done in the radiology department. Sources: The Mayo Clinic, American Heart Association and Journal of Neurosurgery