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Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, affecting about 1 in 1,000 babies worldwide. It is associated with developmental delays, intellectual disability, and characteristic physical features. Learn more about the diagnosis, prognosis, and care of people with Down syndrome.
Pablo Pineda is a Spanish actor and educator with Down syndrome who won a film award in 2009. He also wrote a book, gave lectures and worked with foundations on disability rights and inclusion.
John Langdon Down (1828-1896) was a British physician who described Down syndrome and pioneered the care of mentally disabled patients. He also worked in social medicine, advocated for women's education and wrote a book on mental affections.
Jérôme Jean Louis Marie Lejeune (13 June 1926 – 3 April 1994) was a French pediatrician and geneticist, best known for his work on the link of diseases to chromosome abnormalities, most especially the link between Down Syndrome and trisomy-21 and cri du chat syndrome, amongst several others, and for his subsequent strong opposition to the improper and immoral use of amniocentesis prenatal ...
This is a list of people with Down syndrome, a genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra chromosome 21. It includes actors, athletes, activists, musicians, and other notable figures from various countries and fields.
Paris syndrome is a severe form of culture shock that affects some visitors to Paris, especially from Japan, China and South Korea. It causes symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, anxiety and psychosomatic problems, often triggered by the discrepancy between idealized and real Paris.
Tourette syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder that causes involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics. It usually starts in childhood and often improves over time. Learn about its classification, diagnosis, treatment, and co-occurring conditions.
Casa de Segunda, also known as Luz–Katigbak House, is a heritage house museum in Lipa City, Batangas. It was built in the 1860s and owned by Doña Segunda Solis Katigbak, Dr. José Rizal's first love.