“It’s just an extra chromosome; we are not different,” she said, reinforcing the importance of awareness and acceptance.

The 6-year-old child of a South African couple living in Waikato is being threatened with deportation because he has Down ...

The Buddy Walk aims to promote inclusion and awareness through fun activities and the theme of support systems.

The flowerpot snake's genetic and reproductive quirks may also provide insights into human trisomy conditions, such as Down ...

A recent paper published in January 2025 about raising awareness and addressing inequities for people with Down syndrome in South Africa by Eimear McGlinchey et al discusses the challenges faced ...

World Down Syndrome Day, 21 March, was observed at the national level in Mendefera, Southern Region, with a variety of programs marking the occasion. At the event, Mr. Desale Hagos, Head of the ...

Down syndrome, also known as “trisomy 21 ... Argentina, the Philippines, Africa, India, New Zealand and, of course, Europe, families are praying with perseverance. This surge of faith ...

You’re Magical founder Trudy Chetty, Mrs South Africa finalist Tiana Marshman and chairperson of the Down Syndrome Association KZN, Jessie Mtshali. Photo: Sibongiseni Maphumulo Her call was ...

A study in Nigeria in the 80s reported one case of Down syndrome in 862 births. There are more specific figures from countries like South Africa and Kenya. We really don’t have current figures ...

Can Animals Have Mental Disabilities? Mental health issues aren’t exclusive to humans—animals can experience them too. From ...

By analyzing the flowerpot snake's unique genome, scientists are uncovering how the tiny reptile repairs its DNA and prevents harmful mutations. The findings provides valuable insights into genetic ...