Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2015 - Téléthon (93)

The Téléthon is an annual charitable event held in France since 1987 and organized by the French Muscular Dystrophy Association (AFM). Its primary purpose is to raise funds for research on rare genetic diseases, especially neuromuscular disorders. Over a weekend, the Téléthon is broadcast live on television and radio, accompanied by local fundraising and awareness-raising activities. The donations collected are used to fund research, clinical trials, and the care and support of patients with these rare diseases. The Téléthon is a major event in France, mobilizing numerous volunteers, celebrities, and associations, and has made significant contributions to advances in the field of rare genetic diseases.