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SUMMARY:WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY
DESCRIPTION:What is World Down Syndrome Day \nWorld Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) \, 21 March\, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012. \nThe date for WDSD being the 21st day of the 3rd month\, was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome which causes Down syndrome. \n  \n What is Down Syndrome  \nDown syndrome occurs when an individual has an extra partial (or whole) copy of chromosome 21. It is not yet know why this syndrome occurs\, but Down syndrome has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions across the globe and commonly results in variable effects on learning styles\, physical characteristics and health. \n  \nBackground \nThe estimated incidence of Down syndrome is between 1 in 1\,000 to 1 in 1\,100 live births worldwide. Each year\, approximately 3\,000 to 5\,000 children are born with this chromosome disorder. \nThe quality of life of people with Down syndrome can be improved by meeting their health care needs\, including regular check-ups with health professionals to monitor mental and physical condition and to provide timely intervention be it physiotherapy\, occupational therapy\, speech therapy\, counselling or special education. Individuals with Down syndrome can achieve optimal quality of life through parental care and support\, medical guidance\, and community based support systems such as inclusive education at all levels. This facilitates their participation in mainstream society and the fulfillment of their personal potential. \n#InclusionMeans… \nWDSD is a unique opportunity for the global Down syndrome community to connect every year\, so we can: \n\nshare ideas\, experiences and knowledge;\nempower each other to advocate for equal rights for people with Down syndrome and\nreach out to key stakeholders to bring about positive change.\n\nSources: \n\nhttps://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/\nhttps://www.un.org/en/observances/down-syndrome-day#:~:text=In%20December%202011%2C%20the%20General\,on%2021%20March%20each%20year.
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