Down Syndrome Series: Treatments, Clinical Trials and Policy

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Credit: UC San Diego School of Medicine

Above: Dr. Mobley and friends

Down Syndrome Series:
Monday:A San Diego parent shares her story.
Tuesday:Growing Up with Down Syndrome
Wednesday: Support, Resources and Early Intervention
Thursday:Treatments and Clinical Trials, Policy In Play

We wrap up our weeklong series on Down Syndrome with news of clinical trials getting underway in San Diego. They could help lead to better cognitive function.

There's a link to Alzheimer's disease. Also, public policy and how one woman in Washington is helping researchers locally.

For more information on participating in the local clinical trial call 858-657-8540. Online at UC San Diego Down Syndrome Center for Research and Treatment

GUESTS:

Dr. William Mobley, Executive Director, UC San Diego Down Syndrome Center for Research and Treatment

Madeline Will, Director, National Policy Center, National Down Syndrome Society