Centre Proclaims Down Syndrome Awareness Month
The Centre County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the county.
This proclamation aims to raise awareness about the 6 million people worldwide living with Down syndrome, a chromosomal variation that can manifest in various physical, cognitive, and physiological ways.
The proclamation also
urges people to recognize the rights, abilities, and potential of people with Down syndrome.
- About 1 in 700 children born has Down syndrome.
- Many people in the community are living with Down syndrome, with some forming advocacy groups to support each other.
- The group encourages people with Down syndrome to be self-advocates, creating space for them to express themselves.
Author's summary: Centre County proclaims October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month.