Down Syndrome International (DSI), a UK-based cross-border organisation said, each year, about 6,000 babies are born with down syndrome, which is about 1 in every 800 babies born BigstockIn recent years, down syndrome has become more common, and the life expectancy of people with down syndrome has increasedPeople are not aware of what Down Syndrome is, speaking about the lives of those who live with it might be an eye-opener for many. An organization, Down Syndrome Society of Bangladesh, is working relentlessly to enlighten people about the syndrome and creating a platform for people with down syndrome to build a good life. In recent years, down syndrome has become more common, and the life expectancy of people with down syndrome has increased, said recent statistics on down syndrome in the United States of America. Down Syndrome International (DSI), a UK-based cross-border organisation said, each year, about 6,000 babies are born with down syndrome, which is about 1 in every 800 babies born. In early 2015 Down Syndrome Society of Bangladesh started a school which had a Dance Group, Self-advocate Group, Siblings Group, Down Syndrome Education, and the Down Syndrome Voice for the kids.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 20, 2020 16:41 UTC