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Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s: A Conversation with Dr. Brian Skotko

By Nicholas Chan | October 19th, 2020

People with Down syndrome are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than the general population. Scientists believe that studying Down syndrome may offer vital…

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Study Finds High Rates of Dementia Among Older People with Down Syndrome

By Lecia Bushak | October 29th, 2019

Older individuals with Down syndrome have higher rates of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, a new study finds. The study, funded by the National…