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In Oklahoma each year, approximately 60 children are born with Down syndrome. People with Down syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 21, which is why Down syndrome is also known as Trisomy 21. There is no cure for Down syndrome but early services can improve physical and intellectual abilities and help development to full potential. While we recommend the following resources for families, the views of these organizations do not reflect the official position of the Oklahoma State Department of Health.

You can find more information about Down syndrome including but not limited to physical, developmental, educational, psychosocial and outcomes, life expectancy, clinical course, intellectual and functional development, or treatment options here:

• National Down Syndrome Society

• National Association for Down Syndrome  

• Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma

In Oklahoma each year, approximately 11 children are born with Edwards syndrome. People with Edwards syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 18, which is why Edwards syndrome is also known as Trisomy 18. Edwards syndrome is a serious genetic condition and there is no cure. Families will likely need and benefit from support services. While we recommend the following resources for families, the views of these organizations do not reflect the official position of the Oklahoma State Department of Health.

You can find more information about Edwards syndrome including but not limited to physical, developmental, educational, psychosocial and outcomes, life expectancy, clinical course, intellectual and functional development, or treatment options here:

• National Library of Medicine-MedlinePlus
• National Organization for Rare Disorders
• The E.WE Foundation

In Oklahoma each year, approximately 6 children are born with Patau syndrome. People with Patau syndrome have an extra copy of chromosome 13, which is why Patau syndrome is also known as Trisomy 13. Patau syndrome is a serious genetic condition and there is no cure. Families will likely need and benefit from support services. While we recommend the following resources for families, the views of these organizations do not reflect the official position of the Oklahoma State Department of Health.

You can find more information about Patau syndrome including but not limited to physical, developmental, educational, psychosocial and outcomes, life expectancy, clinical course, intellectual and functional development, or treatment options here:

• National Library of Medicine-MedlinePlus
• National Organization for Rare Disorders