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Podcast: The Lucky Few
Episode: 178. Healthy (and happy) Aging for Adults with DS - Ft. Margot & Bart from the National DS Society
Description: Did you know? The life expectancy for individuals with Down syndrome has increased from age 25 in 1980 to age 60 today. That means that people with DS have more opportunities today than ever before. While we celebrate this growth, we also know that aging brings about new challenges.. How does an extra 21st chromosome increase the likelihood for Alzheimer’s? Do the laws in place to promote healthy aging include adults with DS? What happens when adults with DS outlive their parents? These are questions that have never been asked before. And we’re thankful for organizations like the National DS Soci...