Medical Diagnosis in the Down Syndrome Community

In this episode, hosts Sarah Soell and Kathy Trout take a closer look at medical diagnoses commonly associated with individuals with Down syndrome. This conversation isn’t meant to alarm but to empower families, caregivers, and advocates with knowledge about what to watch for and how to better support their loved ones throughout life.

A special focus of this episode highlights the groundbreaking INCLUDE Project (Investigation of Co-occurring conditions across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndrome) — a national research effort that is transforming how we understand and address medical conditions impacting individuals with Down syndrome.

Launched in 2018 at the direction of Congress, the INCLUDE Project supports vital research into condition ...