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The Upside of Down Syndrome

Dr Rajini Sarvananthan, Consultant Developmental Paediatrician | Angie Heng, Consultant and former Executive Director, Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation | Ashley Pang, KDSF Alumni Parent

27-Mar-25 16:00

The Upside of Down Syndrome

Every year, World Down Syndrome Day is commemorated on 21st March, to signify the triplication of the 21st chromosome in people born with this condition. On the show, we’re speaking to three guests to find out more about raising a child with Down Syndrome, and the impact of the early intervention programmes conducted by the Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation. Find out more about their fundraising programs on their Facebook page.


Image Credit: Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation Facebook

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek, Loh Wai Sze

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek


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Categories:  wellness

Tags:  the bigger picture,  health and living,  down syndrome,  genetic disorder,  early intervention,  physiotherapy,  occupational therapy,  learning difficulties, 


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