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Down syndrome or Down's syndrome, also known as trisomy 21, is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21. [3] It is usually associated with developmental delays, mild to moderate intellectual disability, and characteristic physical features. [1] [12] There are three types of Down syndrome, the ...
John Langdon Down. John Langdon Haydon Down (18 November 1828 – 7 October 1896) was a British physician best known for his description of the genetic condition now known as Down syndrome, which he originally classified in 1862. He is also noted for his work in social medicine and as a pioneer in the care of mentally disabled patients.
Pablo Pineda. Pablo Pineda (born August 5 1974) is a Spanish actor who received the Concha de Plata Award at the 2009 San Sebastián International Film Festival for his performance in the film Yo, también. [1] In the film, he plays the role of a university graduate with Down syndrome, which is quite similar to his real life.
World Down Syndrome Day ( WDSD) is marked each year on March 21, [1] beginning in 2007. The 21st day of March (the 3rd month of the year) was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication ( trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. The General Assembly of the United Nations has decided to observe it each year since 2012.
After leaving Selling Sunset behind, Heather Rae El Moussa (née Young) admitted that adjusting to her next chapter in life hasn’t always been easy. The reality star, 36, officially exited the ...
A requirement for Pennsylvania voters to put accurate handwritten dates on the outside envelopes of their mail-in ballots does not run afoul of a civil rights law, a federal appeals court panel ...
Down syndrome research. Research of Down syndrome-related genes is based on studying the genes located on chromosome 21. In general, this leads to an overexpression of the genes. [1] [2] Understanding the genes involved may help to target medical treatment to individuals with Down syndrome. It is estimated that chromosome 21 contains 200 to 250 ...
It's a love song about lasting companionship. As Hoda Kotb wrote on Instagram of the song, "Crank this up and think of your bestie." The two singers alternate lines on the track, using the idea of ...