GLOBAL Down Syndrome Foundation Blog
GLOBAL Webinars en Español Abril 2024
Actualizaciones importantes de las pautas de atención médica para niños con síndrome de Down Resumen En este importante webinar, la Dra. Karla Adney Flores habló sobre: ¿Qué recomendaciones de la guía de 2022 son diferentes a las anteriores? ¿Qué es lo último en atención pediátrica para el síndrome de Down? ¿En dónde pueden acceder a la […]
Posted on April 30, 2024
GLOBAL LEADERS – An Exclusive Interview with Erin Suelmann, Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis
Under Erin Suelmann’s leadership, the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis (DSAGSL) has become one of the largest local Down syndrome organizations in the United States. In 2023 the organization raised over $1 million in support of over 2,000 families and expanded their impactful programs and services. Erin and her team have maintained an […]
Posted on February 29, 2024
Sleep Apnea Across the Lifespan in People with Down Syndrome
Takeaways from a GLOBAL Webinar Article from the award-winning Down Syndrome World™ magazine. Learn more about our magazine, webinars and GLOBAL Membership benefits Sleep Apnea Experts Earlier this year, GLOBAL organized a webinar on sleep apnea that attracted 420 registrants from 43 states and 13 countries. The webinar covered the latest understanding of the importance […]
Posted on December 30, 2023
Government Profiles: Robert Aderholt (R-AL) & Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)
ROBERT ADERHOLT (R-AL) Bi-Partisan Support for Down Syndrome! Government Profiles from the award-winning Down Syndrome World™ magazine. Learn more about our magazine, webinars and GLOBAL Membership benefits Common-Sense Solutions for Alabama In his 14th term representing Alabama’s fourth congressional district, Robert Aderholt is an advocate for fiscal responsibility, truth in budgeting and federal government operating […]
Posted on November 29, 2023
Connor Long & Josh Peck: A GLOBAL Bromance
The two wildly accomplished young men bond over a shared motto: “I don’t do nervous. I do excited and I do prepared.” From Down Syndrome World Issue 3, 2023 Last year’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show brought together two celebrities— alum Connor Long and newcomer Josh Peck. Paired for a red-carpet photo shoot, the two […]
Posted on October 31, 2023
GLOBAL Launches Pilot Fitness Program using Mann Method PT
Mann Method PT is a 1-hour biweekly fitness program that focuses on increasing strength, balance, and cardiovascular health in participants using a variety of evidence-based exercises. The program follows the Mann Method PT and is taught by individuals trained by Sarah Mann PT, DPT, MBA, NSCA-CPT. Participants complete an intake assessment when beginning the program […]
Posted on August 03, 2023
Rosa DeLauro and Tom Cole GLOBAL Advancement Awards Given to Two Inspiring Individuals with Down Syndrome at GLOBAL’s AcceptAbility Gala
In a heartwarming celebration of talent, perseverance, and advocacy, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) recognized the remarkable accomplishments of two extraordinary individuals with Down syndrome at the 2023 AcceptAbility Gala in Washington, DC. Eric Latcheran and Melissa Silverman were honored with the inaugural Rosa DeLauro and Tom Cole GLOBAL Advancement Awards to support their […]
Posted on July 25, 2023
Scientists Discover Mechanism Affecting Heart Development in Down Syndrome
Research at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus discovers a molecular mechanism contributing to the development of heart malformations in infants with Down syndrome. From Down Syndrome World Issue 2, 2023 Newborns with Down syndrome, a genetic condition resulting from an additional copy of chromosome 21 (trisomy 21), face a significantly increased likelihood of being […]
Posted on July 18, 2023