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People with Down syndrome have specific needs.

Down syndrome affects growth and development from conception and throughout life, leading to particular learning difficulties and health issues.

• Down syndrome is a genetic condition
  Down syndrome affects growth and development from conception and throughout life. It occurs among children of all races and from all backgrounds. More...
• People with Down syndrome have specific needs
  People with Down syndrome are more likely to experience certain health issues and a particular range of learning difficulties. More...
• Over 200,000 babies are born with Down syndrome every year
  Down syndrome is the most common cause of learning disability with a known genetic origin. More people with Down syndrome are being born than ever before and they are living longer. More...
• Today, people with Down syndrome can achieve more than ever
  Today, with the right care, support and opportunities, many people with Down syndrome are achieving more than ever before. More...
• Funding to help people with Down syndrome is insufficient and is falling
  Funding for Down syndrome research from one of the world's largest research funders has fallen 43% by $10 million over 5 years. More...