Down Syndrome: Aidan's Story
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Every day is a new adventure for Aidan, a 1-year-old with Down syndrome who embraces each new challenge with a smile on his face.
Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) News and Updates
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Humanized CD19: CAR-T Immunotherapy for First Relapse of ALL in Down Syndrome Patient
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An alternative, humanized CD19 CAR T product for first relapse of pediatric ALL is being evaluated in a clinical trial at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
CHOP’s Buddy Walk Raises Record-breaking Funds
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CHOP’s 17th Annual Buddy Walk® & Family Fun Day raises a record-breaking $281,000 and counting for Children’s Hospital’s Trisomy 21 Program.
Stranger Safety for Your Special Needs Child
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Individuals with Down syndrome can be trusting, putting them at risk of harm. Alyssa Siegel, MD, offers stranger safety tips for parents and caregivers.
Protecting Your Special Needs Child from Bullying
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Children with Down syndrome may face significant risk of bullying, but you can help them build confidence and learn tactics for handling aggressive behavior.
Water Safety for Your Special Needs Child
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Drowning is the second leading cause of injury-related death in children, and those with cognitive issues like Down syndrome and autism are at greater risk.
Fire Safety for Your Special Needs Child
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While every family should have a home fire safety plan, it's critical if you have a family member with cognitive or physical disabilities.
Street Safety for Your Special Needs Child
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Children with disabilities are two to five times more likely to be killed in pedestrian accidents than their typically developing peers. Find safety tips.
When Your Special Needs Child Wanders
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Children with Down syndrome and autism have a much greater chance of wandering, increasing their risk of a variety of injuries. Find tips to limit wandering.
Not Just Splashing Around
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Lynne Ellis shares how the Trisomy 21 Program’s Pool Group has changed her daughter Hazel's outlook and improved her functional skills.