Scientists in Japan have used gene-editing technology to remove the extra chromosome responsible for Down syndrome, at least ...

USC researchers have uncovered a hidden driver behind the early and severe onset of Alzheimer's in people with Down syndrome: ...

Of the 258 participants, 195 were cognitively asymptomatic, 34 had mild cognitive impairment, 23 had dementia, and six had an ...

More information: Max A. Thorwald et al. Down syndrome with Alzheimer's disease brains have increased iron and associated lipid peroxidation consistent with ferroptosis, Alzheimer's & Dementia (2025).

Due to the third copy of the APP gene, individuals with Down syndrome produce more amyloid-beta, increasing their risk of developing Alzheimer’s. By age 60, about half of individuals with Down ...

In the study, researchers found that the brains of people diagnosed with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease (DSAD) had twice as much iron and more signs of oxidative damage in cell membranes ...

A donor heart saved Charlotte Woodward's life 13 years ago. Now Woodward, 35, is fighting for others with Down syndrome or other disabilities to have the same chance. Research has shown that ...

SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. (PIX11) – A Long Island man is accused of assaulting a person with Down syndrome, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. Raliek Leonard, 28, of Central Islip ...

How does the CRISPR Down Syndrome breakthrough work to remove the extra chromosome 21? We are closer than ever to a world ...

NCAD could not ‘wipe slate clean’ after student with Down syndrome failed exam, WRC hears Woman (25) has brought complaint alleging failure to provide reasonable accommodation Expand ...

It’s bedtime, but your legs feel like they need to move as soon as you lie down. Sound familiar? You may have restless legs syndrome.