Scientists are laying the groundwork for treating one of the most common genetic conditions in humans. Research out today ...

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. Along with causing intellectual disability and physical health issues, this condition may make a person more prone to ...

A first smile, a first step, a first day at school. These moments matter to every family. Yet too often, when people hear the words “Down syndrome,” it stays at a distance. It becomes a definition, a ...

When Mrs. Rose Mordi walked into the Independent Newsroom earlier this week, she didn’t just bring a delegation; she brought 25 years of history, hope, and hard-fought victories. As Nigeria prepares ...