Spreading extra joy one chromosome at a time
This most important thing in society is discussion and debate. No one side in any argument has the right to shout the other side down. Opinions are important and opinions matter. Lets discuss things and be reasonable. We received a …
There are three main types of of prenatal screening tests that have contributed to the concerns about the decreasing prevalence of Down Syndrome in certain populations, specifically non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) and diagnostic tests such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS) …
Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21) is not considered an endangered condition in the same way that animals are viewed as endangered species. Which is why the Endangered Syndrome campaign created soo much controversy. Are we comparing people to animals who are …
It is very important to clarify and ensure that people understand that Down Syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, is not a disease or virus but in fact a genetic disorder where an extra copy of Chromosome 21 is created …
Who created the Endangered Syndrome Campaign? The Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) started the Endangered Syndrome Campaign in October 2019 when they wrote their compelling letter to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) requesting that people living with …
