CLEVELAND — March 21 is known as World Down Syndrome Day as officials say the date itself-- 3/21 -- signifies “the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome,” which causes Down Syndrome.

Down syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. Because of genes present on this chromosome that are known to ...

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), invites everyone to bring awareness to the genetic disorder known as Down Syndrome. Down syndrome is a naturally ...

On National Down Syndrome Awareness Day, March 21, mismatched socks serve as a visible reminder of the beauty found in diversity. Down syndrome, like any other genetic variation, contributes to the ...

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. Along with causing intellectual disability and physical health issues, this condition may make a person more prone to ...

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jake Burger will wear No. 21 with the Texas Rangers, a number that has special significance for the first baseman’s family after his daughter was born with Down syndrome. The ...

Almost 150 performers in the Pikes Peak region have been in the holiday spirit since September. Included among them are 60 people with Down syndrome, who will sing, dance and perform during “Christmas ...

Emma McLean is a 6-year-old girl who loves Taylor Swift, reading books, playing the drums and hanging with her little sister. While Emma has Down syndrome — specifically a rare type called Mosaic Down ...

Rare gene-driven defects such as Down syndrome have occurred among human beings for many thousands of years, a new analysis of ancient DNA has revealed. Not only did the birth defects exist, but these ...