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UC Davis researchers lead $5.5 million study on language development in children with Down syndrome

UC Davis researchers are leading a $5.5 million study to better understand how children with Down syndrome develop expressive ...

'Mom brain' explained: 'Dr. Fran' shares groundbreaking research on pregnancy and the brain

'Mom brain' explained: 'Dr. Fran' shares groundbreaking research on pregnancy and the brain A Thanksgiving giveback event in ...
Medscape

Oximetry Weak for Predicting OSA in Kids With Down Syndrome

Nocturnal pulse oximetry (NPO) indices, such as the 3% and 4% Oxygen Desaturation Indices (ODI3 and ODI4, respectively), demonstrated moderate sensitivity and specificity for detecting moderate and ...

Star-shaped cells make a molecule that can ‘rewire’ the brains of mice with Down syndrome – understanding how could lead to new treatments

Down syndrome is caused by an error in cell division during development. Individuals receive three copies of chromosome 21 instead of the typical two copies, resulting in duplicates of the genes ...
Major League Baseball

Burger unites MLB pals to support Down syndrome community

Jake Burger is proud of his Major League career. Through five seasons, the Rangers’ first baseman has slugged 88 home runs ...
KOAT Albuquerque

Buddy Walk leads the way to Down Syndrome Month

Awareness, understanding and love of people with Down syndrome keep growing, along with acceptance and inclusion.Jaimie Martin and her daughter, Riley, were at the Buddy Walk event Saturday at ExpoNM ...
WDEF

Chattanooga Buddy Walk Celebrates Inclusion

Families and supporters came together this weekend for the Chattanooga Buddy Walk to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome ...
KAIT

Baseball tournament to raise money and awareness for Down Syndrome

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - One little boy with Down Syndrome is stepping up to the diamond this weekend to help fundraise and raise awareness for the genetic disorder. Logan Williams started the ...