2023年1月12日 · Multiple studies have found that Black or African-American infants with Down syndrome have a lower chance of surviving beyond the first year of life compared to white infants with Down...

2024年3月8日 · Individuals who are both black and have Down syndrome may experience a higher prevalence of health conditions associated with intellectual disability. These conditions can include heart defects, respiratory issues, and thyroid problems, among others.

2024年12月12日 · Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the March of Dimes show that Down syndrome is most common in Hispanic infants, followed by white infants. Black infants have the lowest prevalence of Down syndrome.

Let's dive into what you can expect when nurturing your extraordinary Black child. 1. Physical Growth and Development: Slow and Steady Wins the Race. Children with Down Syndrome often follow a slightly different timeline when it comes to physical milestones.

Black Down Syndrome Association is a registered 501c3 non profit organization that ensures Black families that have a child with Down Syndrome are supported and equipped with the tools they need to successfully navigate medical, educational, mental, social needs.

For Black people with Down syndrome, disparities due to both race and intellectual disability further compound inequity. Alzheimer's disease is the most frequent comorbidity in people with Down syndrome.

Founded in 2022 by two Black mothers who have Black sons with Down Syndrome, the organization works to create a culturally competent, safe space for Black families and their loved ones with Down Syndrome. At the Black Down Syndrome Association, we strive to create a community of support and understanding and to provide a platform for Black ...

2024年1月17日 · Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that occurs in all racial and ethnic groups, including the Black community. However, there are certain unique challenges and considerations that Black individuals with Down syndrome and their families may face.

The Black Child Down Syndrome project (BCDS) is an initiative dedicated to empowering children with Down syndrome, particularly within Black communities. Through the power of images and storytelling, we are redefining what Down syndrome looks like, amplifying representation, and inspiring action.

Many caregivers and primary care physicians felt that patients with DS who are Black, African American, of African descent, or of mixed race receive a lower quality of medical care than their white counterparts with DS.