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Media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo is breaking silence about living with Tourette syndrome after his doctor warned him not to speak publicly about it. His courage is helping change how neurological conditions are viewed across Africa.
Rutgers researchers have identified 36 genes that significantly raise the risk for OCD and chronic tic disorders, opening doors to dozens of new treatment possibilities. The breakthrough came from analyzing DNA of nearly 4,000 people and could transform how millions worldwide manage these conditions.
A pharmaceutical company has submitted a groundbreaking treatment for Tourette syndrome that could become the first FDA-approved therapy specifically designed for the condition in over a decade. Thousands of families who've waited years for better options may soon have new hope.
Perth high school teacher Sharn Davidson makes dinosaur noises because of Tourette syndrome, and she's turned her tics into a powerful teaching tool about embracing differences. Her students named her two distinct roars "Kevin" and "Terry," and now she's helping other kids with the condition feel less alone.
British actor Robert Aramayo won Best Leading Actor at the BAFTAs for portraying John Davidson, a Scottish advocate who's changing how the world understands Tourette syndrome. The film "I Swear" celebrates Davidson's journey from isolation to becoming honored by Queen Elizabeth II.
A breakthrough medication could become the first FDA-approved treatment designed specifically for children with Tourette syndrome, reducing tics by 50% without the harsh side effects of current drugs. After a successful Phase III trial across 77 sites, the drug ecopipam is heading for FDA review.
Nigerian media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo reveals his decades-long journey to a Tourette's Syndrome diagnosis in his bestselling memoir "How Depression Saved My Life." After years of doctors dismissing his symptoms, a neurologist finally gave him answers that transformed his relationship with his own mind.
Twenty-three years ago, Michelle Sie Whitten was told her daughter with Down syndrome would likely die young. Today, Sophia is thriving, and her mom is fighting to give families accurate information about the diagnosis.
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved the DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act, making permanent the first NIH-wide research program dedicated to Down syndrome. The bipartisan legislation honors DeOndra Dixon's legacy and promises to advance discoveries benefiting millions.
Researchers at Harvard Medical School have developed a breakthrough gene-editing method that successfully silences the extra chromosome causing Down syndrome in up to 40% of lab cells. While still early stage, this proof-of-concept study opens the door to the first genuine treatment for one of the most common genetic conditions.
Breezy White just became the first person with Down syndrome to graduate from Georgia Highlands College and earn a college degree in Georgia. Her journey from childhood dream to 4.0 GPA student shows what's possible when opportunity meets determination.
A century after his birth, scientist Jérôme Lejeune's breakthrough discovery of Down syndrome's cause now powers a global network helping over 13,000 patients. The foundation bearing his name has become one of the world's leading research centers for genetic intellectual disabilities.
Matthew Schwab dropped to one knee at a Down syndrome awareness gala and asked his longtime girlfriend Lucia Romano to marry him. The heartwarming moment captured what love looks like when two people lift each other up.
Rutgers researchers have pinpointed 36 genes that dramatically increase the risk for OCD and chronic tic disorders, opening the door to dozens of new treatment possibilities. The breakthrough provides the clearest picture yet of what causes these conditions that affect millions worldwide.
Hundreds of families gathered in Lake Oswego for the 25th annual Buddy Walk, creating connections that last a lifetime. The event raises funds while celebrating the Down Syndrome community in Oregon.
Aubry Alldredge just became the first person with Down syndrome to earn certification as an UpBeat Barre instructor, proving that passion and hard work can break any barrier. Her debut class in Kaysville, Utah drew more than 60 people who came to sweat, smile, and celebrate.
A middle schooler designed a onesie for infants with Down syndrome after watching her brother struggle with regular clothes. Her invention won top prize at Coweta County's Innovation Expo, where 60+ student teams pitched products to solve real problems.
Families affected by Hunter syndrome now have hope as the FDA approves Avlayah, the first treatment designed to replace a missing enzyme that causes dangerous sugar buildup in the brain. This breakthrough marks a major victory for patients with this rare genetic disease.
Families across Europe now have access to DAYBU, the first approved treatment for Rett syndrome, a devastating neurological condition that mainly affects young girls. The drug will reach patients in all 27 EU countries plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway starting in 2026.
Researchers discovered that different mutations in Rett syndrome require different treatments, opening the door to personalized medicine for children with this developmental disorder. Using advanced brain tissue models, they successfully tested mutation-specific therapies that could help thousands of patients.
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