| Author (Corporate) | European Parliament: European Parliamentary Research Service |
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| Series Title | At a Glance |
| Series Details | March 2015 |
| Publication Date | March 2015 |
| Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog, Overview |
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21 March 2015 was World Down Syndrome Day, and 2015 marked its tenth anniversary. Down syndrome is a genetic condition that results in physical and learning disabilities. Early therapy and social support have proven beneficial for people with Down syndrome. The EU promotes their inclusion in society through the European Disability Strategy and various Commission projects. Grants for research and other projects are provided through several funding programmes. |
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| Source Link | http://www.europarl.europa.eu/EPRS/EPRS-AaG-551338-World-Down-Syndrome-Day-2015-FINAL.pdf |
| Subject Categories | Employment and Social Affairs, Health |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
