Down syndrome is associated with accelerated aging. It is estimated that up to 90% of individuals with the condition develop Alzheimer's disease before the age of 70. A study by researchers at the ...

Many adults with Down syndrome live independently, hold jobs, and lead full and happy lives. Learn how the condition affects ...

WHEATFIELD, N.Y. (WIVB) — When a young man with Down syndrome got a job at a local barbershop, his coworkers-turned-brothers surprised him with something special. Saturdays at Slawich Cut N’ Shave are ...

Adults with both Down Syndrome and congenital heart defects, also known as congenital heart disease (CHD), are showing remarkable resilience despite facing significant medical challenges, according to ...

I’M MARIBEL GONZALEZ. A YOUNG CHILD FROM THE UPSTATE WILL SOON BE FEATURED IN TIMES SQUARE. FOR MILLIONS OF PEOPLE TO SEE. AND IT’S ALL IN AN EFFORT TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT DOWN SYNDROME. THREE YEAR ...

"I’m Perfect" is the first full-length Philippine movie to center on the lives, challenges, and triumphs of young adults with ...

The closing credits were still rolling on the big screen when the lights came up at Cinema 3 of SM North Edsa-The Block.

Metabolic syndrome was tied to a 24% higher risk of young-onset dementia in a population-based cohort study. Risks of vascular dementia and Alzheimer's also rose in younger people with metabolic ...

Thirteen years ago, Charlotte Woodward received a heart transplant. Others with disabilities aren't always so lucky, but she's fighting to make sure they have the same chance Tim Coburn Charlotte ...

SEATTLE — Seattle mom Rebecca Partridge is exploring a resource she wishes she had years ago while raising her son, Josh. A new online hub provides families with a central location to educate ...