National advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of peope with Down syndrome. Down syndrome is a genetic condition that occurs in one in every 733 births. People with Down syndrome have an increased risk for certain medical conditions such as congenital heart defects, respiratory and hearing problems, Alzheimer’s disease, childhood leukemia, and thyroid conditions. Read more…The Goodwin Family Information and Referral Center–through its toll-free hotline and e-mail service, NDSS receives more than 8,000 requests a year for information on Down syndrome.
Publications–NDSS publishes new and expectant parent guides and informational brochures in both English and Spanish and the website-a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for families, professionals, affiliates and others. www.ndss.org receives over 3 million page views each year and includes extensive Spanish translation.