Alzheimer’s moves faster in people with Down syndrome

A new study that finds Alzheimer’s disease progresses faster in people with Down syndrome highlights the need for therapies.

Jessica Church - Washington U. in St. Louis • futurity
April 25, 2024 ~9 min

Textures kids with Down syndrome like to eat can affect nutrition

Kids with Down syndrome prefer the textures of foods that offer a less nutritious diet. A new study may lead to the availability of healthier options.

Carolyn Ross-Washington State • futurity
Aug. 30, 2022 ~5 min


With Down syndrome, bone fractures may not heal

New research in mice indicates that people with Down syndrome have a higher risk of bone fractures that don't heal.

Texas A&M University • futurity
Aug. 16, 2022 ~7 min

Amyloid build-up isn’t the only Alzheimer’s risk factor

A study of people with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease highlights the importance of amyloid. But it also shows that's not the only factor.

Anne Warde-UC Irvine • futurity
April 8, 2020 ~3 min

Two things seem to ease catatonia in Down syndrome

Among patients with Down syndrome, lorazepam and electroconvulsive therapy both resulted in reduced behavioral symptoms of catatonia over time.

Brian Consiglio-Missouri • futurity
Nov. 20, 2019 ~2 min

Gene target could lead to treatment for Down syndrome

Scientists used stem cell-based models to pinpoint a gene linked to impaired memory in Down syndrome. The discovery could also clarify Alzheimer's disease.

Todd Bates-Rutgers • futurity
May 24, 2019 ~4 min

Man’s lifelong immune weakness is a new disease

A 36-year-old man endured recurrent sinusitis and pneumonias, yeast infections, and viral infections since childhood. His condition now has a name.

Julie Robert-McGill • futurity
Dec. 6, 2018 ~4 min

Naps stymie learning in kids with Down syndrome

Typically developing young children hang on to information better after a nap, but a new study shows the opposite is true in kids with Down syndrome.

Alexis Blue-U. Arizona • futurity
Nov. 2, 2018 ~6 min


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