by Dan DeMarle | Nov 26, 2023 | Christmas, Down Syndrome, Holidays, Shopping
“Our story began in the fall of 2016. John had entered his last year of school attending Huntington High School and Wilson Tech, where he studied retailing and customer service. At the same time, his Dad, Mark, was beginning to build some online businesses. John...
by Dan DeMarle | Aug 22, 2023 | Down Syndrome, Genetic Disorders, Uncategorized
In Bordeaux, a British powerlifter with Down Syndrome is a walking, pressing, squatting inspiration to all who watch him compete, and he’s just bagged the 5th gold medal of his career. At just 127 pounds (57 kg) Dan MacGauley took first place in the European Bench...
by Dan DeMarle | May 24, 2023 | Disability, Down Syndrome, Genetic Disorders
In partnership with the National Down Syndrome Society, Mattel unveils the first-ever Barbie doll with Down syndrome.
by Dan DeMarle | Feb 8, 2023 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Genetic Disorders, Other Health Impairment
Five percent of all school children in Denmark show symptoms of ADHD. For adults, it is around three percent. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder with onset in childhood. Two-thirds of children who are diagnosed with ADHD continue to have ADHD as adults. In other...
by Dan DeMarle | Jan 13, 2023 | Dyslexia, Genetic Disorders, Learning Disability
Scientists have for the first time pinpointed a large number of genes that are reliably associated with dyslexia. Around a third of the 42 genetic variants identified have been previously linked to general cognitive ability and educational attainment. The researchers...
by Dan DeMarle | Jun 7, 2022 | Down Syndrome, Social Media
Adam Libby, who has Down syndrome, has 1.7 million followers who can’t get enough of his videos showing the charming amateur chef preparing — and then, most importantly, eating — an array of dishes. Read More >
