Human DNA consists of 23 pairs of chromosomes… for most people. People with Down Syndrome have an extra 21st chromosome, making 3 copies not 2. Therefore, the awareness day for Down Syndrome is March (3rd month) 21, to signify the third 21st chromosome. On March 21, join the "Lots of Socks” campaign. Wear your craziest or mismatched socks to engage people in conversations about Down Syndrome. Here are some Down Syndrome sock sources:
- https://lotsofsocks.worlddownsyndromeday.org/en-us/collections/lotsofsocks-socks
- https://johnscrazysocks.com/products/world-down-syndrome-day-crew-socks
People with Down Syndrome have a wide range of physical and mental capabilities, and must deal with a large ombre of health and life challenges. It is important to not stereotype this diverse group of individuals.
To learn more about Down Syndrome:
- Down Syndrome International https://www.ds-int.org/
- (US) National Down Syndrome Society https://ndss.org/
- (UK) Down’s Syndrome Association https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/
- Canadian Down Syndrome Society https://cdss.ca/
- Down Syndrome Australia https://www.downsyndrome.org.au/
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