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World Down Syndrome Day - March 21 |
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Written by Angels Forever Up
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Tuesday, 11 March 2008 |
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Down Syndrome International (DSI) has officially earmarked 21 March as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD). The date was chosen to signify the uniqueness of Down syndrome in the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome and is used synonymously with Down syndrome. Singapore was selected to launch the inaugural WDSD in 2006. The event, held at the CHIJ Secondary School in Toa Payoh, in the heartlands of Singapore was very successful and well attended. Many other organisations worldwide joined in the celebrations with events and activities in their respective countries.
This year the theme for 21 March 2008 is "Aim High Enough", to continue creating awareness about Down syndrome and promote acceptance of diversity.
All DSI members and related organisations worldwide are encouraged to observe the WDSD together with the community in an appropriate manner. For more information, please visit http://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/ |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 11 March 2008 )
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NIH Develops Down Syndrome Research Plan |
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Written by Angels Forever Up
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Friday, 01 February 2008 |
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NIH Develops Down Syndrome Research Plan The National Institutes of Health has developed a research plan to advance understanding of Down syndrome and speed development of new treatments for the condition, the most frequent genetic cause of mild to moderate mental retardation and associated medical problems. The plan sets research goals for the next 10 years that build upon earlier research advances fostered by the NIH. |
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