03/21/2026
Today is World Down Syndrome Day. Down syndrome is a condition that occurs when there is an extra chromosome at birth, which are genes that determine how our body looks and grows. Usually, people are born with 46 chromosomes, but people with Down syndrome have 47 chromosomes. The extra chromosome copy is trisomy 21.
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March 21st is recognized as World Down Syndrome Day. This day is meant to not only bring awareness to those with Down syndrome but to advocate for...