Down Syndrome
Barbie Unveils Dolls With Down Syndrome, Blindness
A year after introducing its first doll with Down syndrome, Barbie will add another doll with the chromosomal disorder and debut a blind Barbie.
Fossil Suggests Neanderthals Cared For Child With Down Syndrome
A fossilized ear bone is providing evidence that a Neanderthal child with Down syndrome lived to be at least 6-years-old and was cared for by others.
Film About Father Raising Son With Down Syndrome Debuts At Tribeca
The feature film "Color Book" explores setbacks experienced by a father and his son with Down syndrome as they attempt to attend their first baseball game together.
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Exercise May Boost Cognition In Adults With Down Syndrome
Taking regular walks may do much more than improve physical health for adults with Down syndrome, a new study suggests.
Program Helps Parents Celebrate Their Babies With Down Syndrome
Jack's Basket counters "insensitive" delivery of the news that a baby has Down syndrome with gifts and resources. Now the group has a curriculum teaching health care providers to relay a diagnosis.
Ad Campaign Challenges Assumptions About Down Syndrome
A new public awareness campaign backed by a host of organizations from around the world is urging people to reconsider their expectations of what's possible for those with Down syndrome.
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Ancient DNA Reveals Down Syndrome In 5,000-Year-Old Remains
An expansive analysis of DNA from ancient remains has revealed cases of Down syndrome from the past offering evidence that people with the disorder were treated similarly to others in their community.
Spelling Champion With Down Syndrome Defies Stereotypes
Ellen Ruckmann-Bruch has Down syndrome, but that's not stopping her from besting her peers as she works to win a spot at the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Boxing Serves As Developmental Therapy For Those With Down Syndrome
Typically, people with Down syndrome have issues with muscle tone, hand-eye coordination and balance. It's believed the sweet science that is boxing can help with all of that.
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Effort To Map Down Syndrome Brain Raises Prospect Of Treatment
With an $11 million "transformative research" grant, scientists are setting out to do what hasn't been done before: chart how Down syndrome disrupts molecular pathways and alters the brain before birth.
‘One-Stop Shop’ Down Syndrome Clinic For Kids, Adults Opens Its Doors
Amid a shortage of providers, a new clinic will treat patients with Down syndrome from diagnosis through adulthood, providing everything from medical care to assistance with school and finding a job.
With Job Coach In Tow, He Made His First Real Sale. Then He Called His Mom
Starting a business and going on cold calls can be tough. Angad Sahgal, who has Down syndrome, found it particularly hard, but he also has a family of helpers.