And finally, today those who observed World Down Syndrome Day donned their colorful socks to raise awareness. That's because chromosomes are shaped like socks, and persons who have down syndrome are born with an extra chromosome.
Down syndrome is a condition accompanied by symptoms such as developmental delays, intellectual disability, distinctive facial characteristics, and an increased risk for certain medical issues like heart defects and digestive issues.
And today on Sunup on 7, Albert Card - a young student living with down syndrome, appeared with his parents. They spoke about life with down syndrome, and what this day means to them.
