101. Manitoba Down Syndrome Society Welcome ! The Manitoba down syndrome Society is an organization that provides support,information and opportunities for individuals with down syndrome, parents http://www.mts.net/~mdss/

Site Navigation Contact Us 2004 See Me Beautiful Conference Pre conference Parent Networking Evening Donations Family Fun For Sale ... Volunteer’s Corner ***New Board Members are welcomed and encouraged.*** W e l c o m e ! The Manitoba Down Syndrome Society is an organization that provides support, information and opportunities for individuals with Down Syndrome, parents, professionals and other interested persons, to seek resolutions to issues of concern. We believe that individuals with Down Syndrome have the right, like all Manitobans, to participate fully in all aspects of community life. What’s New Meet New Members of the Board More Prizes Needed Thoughts of a Mom Coming Events ... MDSS Library Book List now arranged by topic See Me Beautiful - 2004 Registration SMB 2004 Session Details SMB Parent Networking Evening Inclusive Education Links ... Membership Application / Renewal Form Recent 2003 / 2004 Events Annual General Meeting - May 16 Baby Love - May 1st Negotiating the Education Maze Manitoba Moose Game November 29 National DS Awareness Billboard Family Dinner / Dance - November 1 Family Fun Day - October 5 See Me Beautiful Conference , September 26 The 2003 Tulip Tee Off, June 19

102. Families Dealing With Down Syndrome A family oriented email group that is geared towards the love, support and health of children with down syndrome. http://communities.msn.com/FamiliesDealingWithDownSyndrome

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103. The Down Syndrome Association Of WA (DSA Of WA) Home The down syndrome association of western australian (DSA of WA) works to supportthe community to develop the potential of people with down syndrome to live a http://www.dsawa.asn.au/

New Parent? Photo Exhibition Student / Professional? Mission ... Diary (monthly) Website Sponsors: WCR Internet Consultants - consulting, design, maintenance Pretzel Logic - hosting The Down Syndrome Association of WA (Inc) working together for a better future for people with Down syndrome and their families. 4/1136 Albany Highway BENTLEY WA 6102, PO Box 338, BENTLEY WA 6982 ph: free ph: fax: E-mail: dsawa@upnaway.com Office Hours: are on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays between 9.30am and 12.30pm. On Wednesdays the Family Support Worker - Julie - is available to take your calls at the office on 1800 623544. However she may be contacted at other times if arranged through the office. Donations Donations to this non-government funded, registered charity can be made to the DSA of WA, PO Box 338, BENTLEY WA 6982 News Items 2nd World Swimming Championships for Down Syndrome Will be held in Durban, South Africa from 1st—7th November 2004 Annual Report 2003 The DSA of WA Annual Report for 2002-03. 2003 Annual Report Cover (265KB PDF) Patron's Report (50KB PDF) Committee Listing (50KB PDF) President's Report (76KB PDF) ... Accountant's Report (93KB PDF) Down Syndrome Awareness Week, etc

104. Down Syndrome down syndrome, Trisomy 12 national and international support groups, clinicswith genetic counselors and geneticists. down syndrome Web Sites. http://www.kumc.edu/gec/support/down_syn.html

National Down Syndrome Society 666 Broadway New York, NY 10012-2317 Phone: 800.221.4602 or 212.460.9330 Fax: 212.979.2873 E-mail: info@ndss.org Web site: http://www.ndss.org National Down Syndrome Congress 7000 Peachtree-Dunwoody Road, N.E., Lake Ridge 400 Office Park Building #5 - Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30328-1655 Phone: 800.232.NDSC or 770.604.9500 E-Mail: NDSCcenter@aol.com Down Syndrome Research Foundation 3580 Slocan Street Vancouver, BC, Canada V5M 3E8 Phone: 604.431.9694 or 1.888.464.DSRF (British Columbia only) Fax: 604.431.9248 E-mail: dsrf@sfu.ca Web page: http://www.dsrf.org (Spanish, French, and Korean materials available Fall 1998) Links and Resources by Subject / Topic Babies with Down Syndrome - for parents whose baby has been recently diagnosed with Down Syndrome or patients continuing affected pregnancies, information and links to sources of support Welcoming Babies with Down Syndrome , English Bienvenidos Bebes con Sindrome de Down ,Spanish Accueillir les bébé trisomiques , French Also available in Japanese and Chinese Swedish (Swedish Down Syndrome web site) Dr. Trumble's "

105. Www.noah.cuny.edu/pregnancy/march_of_dimes/birth_defects/downsynd.html FAQ on Breastfeeding and down syndrome Is it possible to breastfeed my baby who was born with down syndrome? (No38219, 12 pages, $3.00). Breastfeeding a Baby with down syndrome. http://www.noah.cuny.edu/pregnancy/march_of_dimes/birth_defects/downsynd.html

106. Down Syn On-Line Magazine --- Down Syndrome Focusing on firstperson experiences, opinions, pictures, and questions from those who love someone with down syndrome. http://home.epix.net/~mcross/down-syn.html

F ocusing on first-person experiences, opinions, pictures and questions from those who love someone with Down Syndrome. Web Help What We're About June Issue August Issue ... Supplemental (c)1996, 1997, 1998 Ken Kalish The information in this magazine is presented as opinion only. As always, consult your doctor before you do anything about anything. Note! By entering the Down Syndrome Webring below, you are leaving Down Syn On-Line magazine and the privacy guarantees of TRUSTe no longer apply. This Down Syndrome Webring site is owned by Ken Kalish Click for the [ Next Page Skip It Next 5 Random site Want to join the ring? Click here for info! Graphics for this Down Syndrome Webring were created by Nora Lee

107. The Down's Syndrome Research Foundation Ltd Updated 28 March 2000. New report Nutritional Supplementation in down syndrome- Click here to read new report in Developmental Medicine Child Neurology. http://www.downsyndromeresearch.force9.co.uk/index2.htm

18 Daws Hill Lane, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP11 1PW. Company Number 3228419 Registered Charity Number 1058548 Phone (44) 01494 521 826 Fax (44) 01494 441 524 Email Peter@downsyndromeresearch.force9.net Updated 28 March 2000 The Down's Syndrome Reseach Foundation Is a Registered - None profit - Medical Research Charity Improving the outcome for people with Trisomy 21. New Parents Click Here If you looking for information on Down's syndrome and its not on our website, please send us an Email, give us a phone call, or send a letter, include an SAE if you want a reply. Fourteen years ago when David was born we were very anxious. We worried about everything. We wondered what the future held for our David and for us. We need not have worried, David has turned into quite a character as you can see from his photos. David's Nana used to say: "Are you sure he has Down's syndrome he seems so normal?" Medical research is starting to come to that same conclusion concerning all of our children. The latest evidence indicates that a few extra genes are causing an upset to the way that the body functions and this is causing elevated oxidative stress and this results in cell damage. Antioxidants are the logical response to this problem and the DSRF is initiating medical research to find the best antioxidants and the correct dose rates.

108. WebRing: Hub Sharing down syndrome ArizonaSharing DS Arizona http://www.webring.org/cgi-bin/webring?home&ring=downsyn

109. International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association Welcome to the International Mosaic down syndrome Associations website. Was yourchild diagnosed prenatally with mosaic or nonmosaic down syndrome? http://www.imdsa.com/

Welcome to the International Mosaic Down Syndrome Associations website. We hope that by finding us, you'll be able to contact other families, and join our circle of friends and support. Also be sure to visit http://www.mosaicdownsyndrome.com for many personal stories and medical information. New Research Study Mission Statement Section 1 The International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association(hereinafter known as IMDSA) is designed to assist any family or individual who's life has been affected by Mosaic Down Syndrome, assist in research, and provide support without regard to race, sex or religion. IMDSA strives to increase awareness in the medical, educational, and public communities throughout the world. Section 2 The corporation is organised exclusively for charitable, educational, religious or scientific purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c) Section 3 The International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association is a support and information organization and does not practice or advocate any religion or political agenda, or champion any cause not associated with the Mission set forth in Article I.1. above. IMDSA does not, nor will endorse any commercial product or service provider.

110. Down Syndrome - Healthy Kids And Pediatrics - Health And Medical Information Pro What is down syndrome? down syndrome is a relatively What are some of thefeatures of down syndrome? down syndrome causes mental retardation http://www.medicinenet.com/Down_Syndrome/article.htm

MedicineNet Home Healthy Kids Home > Down Syndrome Advanced Search Printer-Friendly Format Add to Favorites Email to a Friend ... Next page Down Syndrome What is Down syndrome? What are some of the features of Down syndrome? What is the nature of the chromosome abnormality? What are some of the minor anomalies in Down syndrome? ... Why is it called Down syndrome? What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a relatively common birth defect caused by the presence of an extra chromosome number 21 (three instead of two number 21 chromosomes, or, trisomy 21). This chromosome abnormality adversely affects both the physical and intellectual development of the individual. What are some of the features of Down syndrome? Down syndrome causes mental retardation, a characteristic facial appearance, and multiple malformations. It is associated with a major risk for heart malformations, a lesser risk of duodenal atresia (part of the small intestines is not developed), and a small but still significant risk of acute leukemia What is the nature of the chromosome abnormality? The chromosome abnormality that causes Down syndrome is trisomy 21, an extra copy of chromosome number 21. This means that instead of having the normal 2 copies of chromosome number 21, the person with Down syndrome has 3 copies of chromosome number 21. Confirmation requires a chromosome study (analysis under the microscope of the chromosomes).

111. Welcome To The Parent Advocates Down Syndrome Web Site Emotional, social and educational support for individuals with down syndrome and their families. Events, activities, newsletter, bylaws, and contact information. http://www.parentadvocatesdownsyndrome.com/

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112. Ultrasound Measurements For Down Syndrome Measurements for down syndrome. Earlier More recently the nuchal translucencythickness is used in detecting down syndrome fetuses. In http://www.ob-ultrasound.net/xdown.html

Measurements for Down Syndrome Earlier parameters used included the actual to expected FL ratio the BPD/FL ratio . More recently the nuchal translucency thickness is used in detecting Down syndrome fetuses. In Down syndrome both the femur and the humerus tend to be shortened. The expected FL = -9.645 + 0.9338 x BPD If the ratio is below 0.84 the likelihood of Down syndrome is higher. The BPD/FL ratio should be established for each individual population, and it’s value varies with gestation. The mean +1.5 SD is usually used as the cutoff level. GA (weeks) - BPD/FL ratio# Positive predictive value 1/294 for the general population ( normally 1/1000 ) and 1/112 for maternal age over 35 (normally 1/270). The BPD/FL ratio and the nuchal skin fold thickness can be used in conjunction with the maternal age incidence to arrive at a new probability for the occurrence of Down syndrome in a particular fetus. The nuchal translucency thickness is the thickness of the skin fold behind the nape of the neck. In chromosomal abnormalities this may be thickened due to venous or lymphatic engorgement. In the measurement of the nuchal skin fold thickness, critical landmarks should include the cavum septum pellucidum, the cerebral peduncles and the cerebellar hemispheres. Calipers are placed from the outer skull table to the outer skin surface. Percentage of Down syndrome fetuses with nuchal fold >6 mm after 16 weeks vary from 69% (Benacerraf 1991) to as low as 3.8% (Grandjean 1995) in different reports. A mean value of about 50% can be obtained from different reports.

113. Facts About Down Syndrome Health Information Media Publications Facts About down syndrome.Contents. 21. . The Chromosomal Basis of down syndrome. To understand http://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubs/downsyndrome/down.htm

Home Search Sitemap Contact ... Publications Facts About Down Syndrome Contents Down syndrome The Chromosomal Basis of Down syndrome The Occurrence of Down syndrome Prenatal Screening and Diagnostic Testing ... Additional Resources for Information on Down syndrome D own Syndrome Named after John Langdon Down, the first physician to identify the syndrome, Down syndrome is the most frequent genetic cause of mild to moderate mental retardation and associated medical problems and occurs in one out of 800 live births, in all races and economic groups. Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder caused by an error in cell division that results in the presence of an additional third chromosome 21 or "trisomy 21." T he Chromosomal Basis of Down Syndrome To understand why Down syndrome occurs, the structure and function of the human chromosome must be understood. The human body is made of cells; all cells contain chromosomes, structures that transmit genetic information. Most cells of the human body contain 23 pairs of chromosomes, half of which are inherited from each parent. Only the human reproductive cells, the sperm cells in males and the ovum in females, have 23 individual chromosomes, not pairs. Scientists identify these chromosome pairs as the XX pair, present in females, and the XY pair, present in males, and number them 1 through 22.

114. EMedicine - Alzheimer Disease In Individuals With Down Syndrome : Article By Nor Alzheimer Disease in Individuals With down syndrome Alzheimer disease(AD) is the most common form of dementia. It is a progressive http://www.emedicine.com/neuro/topic552.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Neurology Behavioral Neurology And Dementia Alzheimer Disease in Individuals With Down Syndrome Last Updated: May 14, 2004 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer's, AD, dementia, Alzheimer dementia, presenile dementia, dementia presenilis, primary neuronal degeneration, primary senile dementia, trisomy 21, trisomy 21 syndrome, Down's syndrome, DS, mental retardation AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Norberto Alvarez, MD , Medical Director, Shriver Clinical Services Corporation; Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School Editor(s): Robert A Hauser, MD , Chief, Director of Movement Disorders Center, Tampa General Hospital; Professor, Department of Neurology, University of South Florida; Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD

115. CBS News | One-Hour Down Syndrome Screenings | May 20, 2004 15:42:14 OneHour down syndrome Screenings PHILADELPHIA, May 20, 2004 (Photo AP/ CBS) Older women will very much be interested in this screening. http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/05/20/health/main618709.shtml

Home U.S. Iraq World ... FREE CBS News Video May 20, 2004 15:42:14 The Early Show CBS Evening News 48 Hours 60 Minutes ... Section Front E-mail This Story Printable Version One-Hour Down Syndrome Screenings PHILADELPHIA, May 20, 2004 (Photo: AP / CBS) "Older women will very much be interested in this screening. But since most Down syndrome babies are being born to women under 35, there's a good argument that it should be available to everyone." Dr. Stuart Weiner (AP) A Philadelphia hospital says it is the first in the nation to offer pregnant women a two-test combination that tells them within an hour after its completion whether their baby has Down syndrome. The new screening at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital involves a first trimester blood test and an ultrasound and can have test results for Down's syndrome within one hour and as early as 10 weeks into the pregnancy. The first trimester test typically requires a one-week wait for results. Doctors say the faster turnaround time should give anxious mothers-to-be peace of mind sooner, or allow them more time to decide whether to end the pregnancy. For women who would not consider abortion, prenatal screening still is important because babies with Down syndrome, the most common chromosomal birth defect, can need specialized care at delivery that affects hospital choice.

116. Down Syndrome - Translocation Trisomy 21 - Special Needs And Disability Informat Includes personal stories of down syndrome, educational, health, and government links and a discussion board. http://geocities.com/jdiehl99

Tell A Friend! Type In Your Name: Type In Your E-mail: Your Friend's E-mail: Your Comments: Receive copy: The Down's Baby Creed My face may be different but my feelings are the same. I laugh and I cry and take pride in my gains. I was sent here among you to teach you to love, As God in the Heavens looks down from above. To Him I'm not different, His love knows no bounds. It's those here among you in cities and towns, That judge me by standards that man has imparted. But this family I've chosen will help me get started For I'm one of the children, so special and few, That came here to learn the same lessons as you. That love is acceptance, it must come from the heart; We all have a purpose though not the same start. The Lord gave me life to live and embrace, And I'll do it as you do but at my own pace. What is Down Syndrome? Down Syndrome is a genetic abnormality where a person has an "extra" 21st chromosome (also known as Trisomy 21). There are three types of Down Syndrome: Trisomy 21 (standard), Mosaicism, and Translocation . The most common is Trisomy 21. The risk for a Down Syndrome child increases with a woman's age, however, Down Syndrome children are born more often to younger women (due to the fact younger women have more children).

117. Health Care Information Resources Down Syndrome Links down syndrome Links. down syndrome down syndrome WWW Page contributions fromexperienced professionals and knowledgeable parents; down syndrome - UPSIDE! http://www-hsl.mcmaster.ca/tomflem/down.html

118. Down Syndrome: What Is It? Your Genes, Your Health, DNA Learning Center s multimedia guide togenetic, inherited disorders down syndrome, genetic disorder. http://www.yourgenesyourhealth.org/ds/whatisit.htm

Concept 5 : Genetic inheritance follows rules. Learn how a Punnett square works. Concept 10 : Chromosomes carry genes. Find out how genes are arranged on chromosomes.

119. Downs And Jesus Message board to connect Christian parents who have a loved one with down syndrome. http://members3.boardhost.com/DownsAndJesus

Downs And Jesus Post a Message Labels-What a Rip-off! Dear friends, This message board was set-up to connect people who love Jesus and have a loved one who has Down Syndrome. I do hope that God richly blesses this connection/site for His Glory! God Bless you all! Debra www.BridgeBuilders.4mg.com babies and downs maria 4/14/2004, 4:52 pm Re: babies and downs nydia 4/25/2004, 6:29 pm Re: babies and downs maria 4/29/2004, 4:22 pm The Orange Man! The Orange Man! 4/9/2004, 2:17 am treatments and screening tests Kristy 12/13/2003, 12:32 pm Re: treatments and screening tests meow 2/12/2004, 8:28 am brother with Downs sandy 8/3/2003, 12:09 pm Reasearch Paper HELP!!!! Laura 5/9/2003, 1:00 pm nah dude 3/17/2004, 12:25 pm ozzy osbourne involved with illegal sex club? sparrow 2/14/2003, 12:36 pm Re: ozzy osbourne involved with illegal sex club? Sinner 2/27/2003, 7:49 am Re: ozzy osbourne involved with illegal sex club? cptmidnight 3/6/2004, 4:43 pm Re: ozzy osbourne involved with illegal sex club? C 5/6/2004, 3:10 pm Re: ozzy osbourne involved with illegal sex club? screwdinthehead 5/7/2004, 5:47 am

120. Down Syndrome And Yoga Yoga for babies and children with special needs down syndrome, autism, attentiondeficit disorder, ADHD, cerebral palsy and learning disabilities. http://www.specialyoga.com/downsyndrome.htm

Down syndrome is a congenital disability with an overall incidence of one in every 700 births. The incidence of Down syndrome in children born to 25 year old mothers is approximately 1 in 1200; the risk increases to approximately 1 in 350 for 35 year olds and approximately 1 in 120 for women older than 40 years. The chromosomal abnormality involved in most cases of Down syndrome is trisomy 21. As a result, the affected person has 47 chromosomes in all body cells, instead of the normal 46. Persons with Down syndrome are shorter than average, with truncated limbs. Some other common characteristics of Down syndrome include an epicanthic fold of skin extending from the eyelid over the inner canthus of the eye, strabismus (crossed eyes) and hypotonia (low muscle tone). Motor development is slow; and instead of walking by 12 to 14 months as most children do, children with Down syndrome usually learn to walk between 15 to 36 months. Language and cognitive development are also significantly delayed. The majority of children with Down syndrome function in the mild to moderate range of mental retardation. In addition to these delays, children with Down syndrome are also susceptible to certain medical problems, including: congenital heart defects; increased susceptibility to infection; respiratory problems; obstructed digestive tracts and childhood leukemia. Yoga poses (asanas) help to stretch, tone and strengthen the entire body. Asanas also benefit the internal organs and help to balance and revitalize the endocrine glands. For this reason children with Down syndrome who practice yoga stay slim and flexible, while those who do not practice yoga tend to put on weight as they age. In conjunction with yogic breathing exercises, which have a beneficial effect on the central nervous system, asanas facilitate the development of body awareness, concentration and memory vital skills for any child with a developmental disability.

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