Many states have passed the Down Syndrome Information Act. More states are considering enacting it each year. A resource is available to help states implement the law consistent with professional guidelines. Continue Reading
March 12, 2015
The Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Conference
Here's why you should plan on attending the Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action (DSAIA) Conference: Continue Reading
March 2, 2015
Florida passes the Down Syndrome Information Act
Joining the growing list of states that have passed the Down Syndrome Information Act, Florida did so before every other state but Massachusetts. Continue Reading
February 20, 2015
What’s wrong with the Yahoo! story of why a mom terminated her pregnancy for Down syndrome
What's wrong is that the decision was made after receiving false information, not all the information, and without seeking more information. And, what's more, this is happening so often as to be the norm of how prenatal testing is administered. Continue Reading
January 15, 2015
We do not want sympathy, but we do want love and support
At the News page, some highlights on what you can't expect when you receive a prenatal test result for Down syndrome. Continue Reading
January 14, 2015
Get the facts about Down syndrome prenatal testing
In effort to clear up the widespread confusion about non-invasive prenatal screening (NIPS), also known as cell free DNA testing, the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has issued a fact sheet. Get the facts about this testing. Continue Reading
January 12, 2015
Ohio passes the Down Syndrome Information Act
Closing out 2014, Ohio became the latest state to pass the Down Syndrome Information Act, making it the fifth state to do so in 2014 and seventh overall. Continue Reading
December 23, 2014
A gift for expectant mothers
Downsyndromepregnancy.org recently revamped its website. Perfect timing in this season of giving as DSP is a gift for expectant mothers. Continue Reading
December 4, 2014
ABLE Act Passes House: more equality & independence for disabled
On December 3, 2014, a historic vote took place. It was eight years in the making. Continue Reading
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