My daughter with Down syndrome is at greater risk
Kirsten, mother of 11-year-old Sallie, who has Down syndrome, is concerned about NIH funding cuts to Alzheimer’s research, as 50% of people with Down syndrome develop the disease. Citing a Scientific American article, she notes disruptions delay critical studies, impacting Sallie’s future. Kirsten hopes for leaders to prioritize health research for her daughter’s long-term well-being.