As October marks World Down Syndrome Awareness Month, it’s an opportune time to learn and support those with the condition. About 5,700 babies are born in the U.S. with Down syndrome each year ...

Early intervention programs are available for infants with Down syndrome until they reach their third birthday. These programs (and the availability of them) vary depending on where you live ...

Down syndrome is the leading cause of developmental ... who passed shortly after her 36th birthday. DeOndra was vibrant, intelligent, and a fearless advocate for her community.

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — “We like to party, TOO!” is a dance party for the Down syndrome community! The event going down on World Down Syndrome Day, March 21, from 7-10 p.m. “Down’s ...

A 24-year-old chimp in Japan has a genetic disorder similar to Down Syndrome in humans ... in 1969 -- didn't live to see its second birthday. That makes Kanako the longest-living chimp with ...