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Mosaic Down syndrome, or mosaicism, is a rare form of Down syndrome. People with this form may have fewer symptoms of Down syndrome. Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that results in an extra copy ...

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Down syndrome occurs when a baby develops an extra copy of the 21st chromosome during pregnancy, resulting in telltale symptoms. These distinctive signs and symptoms can include recognizable facial ...

Geese and ducks use down the same way we do: to insulate. The biggest difference is that they grow theirs, and we take ours—from the clusters of soft, fine feathers under their bellies. But how do ...

Have you run across the term “down fill power” while shopping for sleeping bags, puffer jackets, or a duvet? These numbers range from 450 to 900, and sometimes above. Generally—but not always—the ...

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Down is, of course, the most classic pillow fill, known for its plush, “luxury hotel” feel. While sleeping on a down pillow sounds wonderful — what could be better than resting your head on an airy ...

Brai is the founder of SW4 Insights, a public policy advisory firm based in Washington D.C. He has over a decade of experience as a journalist and consultant covering finance and economic policy, with ...

Down syndrome is a genetic condition that causes mild to significant physical and developmental problems. People with Down syndrome (DS) are born with an extra chromosome. Chromosomes are bundles of ...