October is national Down syndrome awareness month. So, what is "Down syndrome"? Continue Reading
August 5, 2013
Holiday
I am on a week-long vacation with intermittent internet access. Posting, therefore, will be light. However, I have added a "News" page, available at this link. I invite you to visit the links there and please share any news items with me at mleach[at]downsyndromeprenataltesting[dot]com. Continue Reading
July 22, 2013
Blog hop: 3 (21) about Down syndrome
Powered by Linky ToolsClick here to enter your link and view this Linky Tools list... Trying to do this blog hop thing: One truth: there has never been a better time to be born with an extra 21st Chromosome than the 21st Century (TM). Life expectancy has more than doubled since the 1980's and individuals with Down syndrome have never before led such inclusive, full lives. One tip: connect with your local parent support organization. Not all affiliates (as they are referred to) Continue Reading
July 15, 2013
Syngamy: when you became a unique individual
Several years ago, I learned about "syngamy." It informed how we are to think of one another. I had reason to be reminded of it for a couple of reasons this week, one circumstantial and one sad. Continue Reading
April 18, 2013
A needed break from this week’s news
With Monday's bombing at the Boston Marathon and then last night's news of the explosion in West, Texas, it has been a tough week of news (and I'm sure there are other bad stories this week to add to these). The attached video is of the opening of last night's Boston Bruins' hockey game, the first Boston team to play after the bombing. I heard the crowd singing on Dan Patrick's radio broadcast this morning and thought the audio, by itself, was compelling. We will return to our Continue Reading
November 12, 2012
Welcome to Down Syndrome Prenatal Testing
Welcome to Down Syndrome Prenatal Testing, a blog devoted to prenatal testing for Down syndrome. Here, the ever-advancing developments in prenatal testing for Down syndrome will be covered, along with helpful resources for practitioners and expectant patients. This blog will also feature commentary and analysis of research studies concerning prenatal testing and/or Down syndrome, as well as media reports and testimonials about living a life with Down syndrome. Those involved in prenatal Continue Reading
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