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On October 8, 2008 President Bush signed into law the Prenatally and Postnatally Diagnosed Conditions Awareness Act, S 1810, known as the Kennedy-Brownback bill.
This bill is designed to improve information and increase referral to support services for parents receiving a prenatal or postnatal diagnosis of Down syndrome and other conditions.
When signed, the bill became Public Law 110-374. The next step is to get funds appropriated to implement this law.
Click here to read more about the law on govtrack.
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Light at the End of the Tunnel (PDF)
Offering hope to parents who receive
a pre-natal or post-natal diagnosis
of Down syndrome
Letter of support from Congressman Tim Ryan (PDF)
Information on Presenting the Diagnosis to expectant parents.
This web site offers wonderful resources for healthcare professionals. Videos, materials and courses.
The National Down Syndrome Society Healthcare Professional Video
To ensure optimum health for those with Down syndrome, click here for Healthcare Guidelines for children & adults with Down syndrome (Adobe PDF)
Medical Checklist - Birth to Age 12
Medical Checklist - Teen to Adult
