Dr Reneva Petersen - A Developmental Paediatrician at the Red Cross
Children’s Hospital joined us on the line to tell us more about Down syndrome. On Thursday March 21st
is the International Down Syndrome Day. The day raises global awareness as
every year the voice of people with Down syndrome, and those who live and work
with them, grows louder. Down syndrome is a genetic condition that causes
delays in physical and intellectual development. It is not related to race,
nationality, religion or socioeconomic status. The most important fact to know
about individuals with Down syndrome is that they are more like others than
they are different. Dr Petersen explained more about this condition. For more
information you can contact the Down Syndrome Association of the Western Cape
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