Trisomy 21: An Independent Woman’s Story
Julianna is living a semi-independent life in Phoenixville, working as a barista and taking Zumba classes — and not letting Trisomy 21 hold her back.
Patient stories
Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Patient Stories
Down Syndrome: Aidan's Story
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.
Airway Reconstruction for Floppy Airway: Mason's Story
The team from CHOP’s Center for Pediatric Airway Disorders gave Mason what his parents had been told was impossible: breathing without a tracheostomy tube.
Down Syndrome and Alopecia: Rosie’s Story
Rosie was born with Down syndrome and later developed alopecia (hair loss), and she doesn’t try to hide her differences — she embraces them.