News Archive: 2017
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Down Syndrome, the Immune System Disorder
December 23, 2017 Comparing protein levels in blood samples from those with and without an extra 21st chromosome suggests that the underlying pathology is immune dysfunction |
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New study redefines Down syndrome as immune system disorder
December 26, 2017 Discovery by researchers at the Crnic Institute opens the door to treatments and potential discoveries across major diseases |
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Marin lands at Mylan
December 14, 2017 In Washington, D.C., Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Pete Sessions, Mike Coffman and Rosa DeLauro all came together to support the Global Down Syndrome Foundation at a reception. Predominant news journalists’ also attended, including Kyra Phillips of CNN who emceed the event. The reception is one of the major stepping stones in providing critical and life-changing funding for Down syndrome research from the National Institutes of Health. |
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Special Ballerinas Dance ‘The Nutcracker’ With The Pros
December 12, 2017 The Colorado Ballet is coming Together 4 Colorado by working with the Global Down Syndrome Foundation to make ballerinas with Down syndrome shine. |
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Good Works: $2.6 million raised for Down Syndrome at Denver event
December 12, 2017 The Global Down Syndrome Foundation held its annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, and raised a record $2.6 million for research, medical care and advocacy for people with the genetic condition. |
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John and Anna Sie honored at Collectors’ Choice 37
December 8, 2017 It should come as no surprise that John Sie, the founder and former chairman of Starz Entertainment group and the man regarded as the father of digital television, has a keen eye for detail. As does his wife, Anna. |
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Be Beautiful Be Yourself: The Nutcracker
December 6, 2017 Two ballet stars from the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Dance Class have been chosen by the Colorado Ballet for their official production of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker.” Both students will share the to show off their dance talents! |
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Beautiful, and then some
December 6, 2017 The Global Down Syndrome Foundation raised a record $2.6 million for life-changing research and medical care at its ninth annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show Nov. 11 at the Sheraton Downtown Denver. |
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Abortion is not a ‘cure’ for Down syndrome
November 26, 2017 Many of us, whether we’re liberal or conservative, believe the media can be biased, but the bias is not just about ideology. It’s also based in favor of conflict and strife. What else explains why a congressional hearing more inspiring than acrimonious last month largely flew under the radar? |
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Joe Manganiello on walking for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” fashion show
November 24, 2017 It’s a charity that’s close to my heart. Growing up going to Mt. Lebanon High School in Pittsburgh, [they] had a TV studio and I used to borrow cameras and I would make my own movies. The person who ran the studio when I was there, her sister had Down syndrome and they were really great friends of our family; we used to spend holidays together. |
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News in 2:00: Celebrities Raise Millions for Global Down Syndrome Foundation
November 16, 2017
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“Extra’s” Jerry Penacoli spoke with Jamie Foxx, Joe Manganiello and Eva Longoria at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s annual fashion show and gala
November 13, 2017 On Sunday, “Extra’s” Jerry Penacoli spoke with Jamie Foxx at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s annual fashion show and gala as he was getting ready for a big milestone! Jamie was joined by his sister DeOndra Dixon as he hosted the event in Denver. Of the foundation’s goal for people with Down syndrome, he said, “People can now see them in a regular light. We’re raising money for research.” |
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Star Sightings: November 2017
November 11, 2017 Jamie Foxx, sister DeOndra Dixon and Michelle Sie Whitten, President of Global at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show on Saturday 11th November in Denver, Colorado
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People Magazine features our 2017 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Stars!
November 11, 2017 Jamie Foxx meets with his sister DeOndra Dixon, Global Down Syndrome Foundation President Michelle Sie Whitten as well as this year’s Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award winner and Australian model, Madeline Stuart to gear up up for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 2017 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show in Denver on Saturday. |
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Daily Blast Live
November 11, 2017 Celebrities hit the red carpet for this year’s “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” fashion show, put on by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. |
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Turning 21 with style! Model Madeline Stuart celebrates her milestone birthday with Eva Longoria at Down syndrome gala before dancing with 30 friends on a boat in the Gold Coast
November 21, 2017 It has been a whirlwind month for Madeline Stuart, who went from rubbing shoulders with Eva Longoria to celebrating her 21st birthday on a sailboat in the Gold Coast. The Australian model with Down syndrome strutted her stuff down the catwalk for the Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show in Denver, Colorado. Madeline was a guest of honour at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s star-studded event, receiving the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy award. |
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Eva Longoria Honored at Global Down Syndrome Foundation Fashion Show
November 15, 2017 The single largest fundraiser for Down syndrome research in the country, the nonprofit celebrated a milestone year for medical research and advocacy around the genetic condition. The event included a sit-down dinner, silent and live auctions including a grand piano signed by entertainment legends Quincy Jones and Jamie Foxx and a fashion show featuring the supporting celebrities walking alongside models with Down syndrome who stole the show. |
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Everyone Shines at the Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Event
November 14, 2017 Academy Award winners Jamie Foxx and Marisa Tomei were among several stars who recently walked the Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show runway in Denver, Colorado. |
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Man With Down Syndrome Admits He Was Nervous During Impassioned Testimony to Congress
November 6, 2017 “I was not usually nervous, but I was that day,” Stephens later told InsideEdition.com. “I’m a little annoyed that I stuttered as much as I did, but pleased that the committee really seemed to listen.” |
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‘I Am a Man With Down Syndrome and My Life Is Worth Living’
October 30, 2017 Congressional testimony that illuminates what a developmental disability means—and doesn’t mean. Last week, the actor, Special Olympian, and advocate Frank Stephens gave this testimony to Congress: “I am a man with Down syndrome and my life is worth living.” In fact, he went farther: “I have a great life!” |
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Why Down’s syndrome is a ‘gift’ to medical research
November 4, 2017 Frank Stephens has Down’s syndrome. He’s appeared before a sub-committee of the US Congress to urge them to fund research into the condition and its possible links to Alzheimer’s. He explains why. |
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Australian model Madeline Stuart is singlehandedly changing the fashion industry
November 1, 2017 Australian-born and internationally recognised model Madeline Stuart is a face you’re about to see a lot more of. Known for her pioneering work as a Down Syndrome model, the 20-year-old is set to take the stage at this year’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show where she will be recognised for her work, while also being granted the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award. |
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Seen: Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show
November 16, 2017 For starters, Oscar winners Marisa Tomei and Jamie Foxx flew in for the event that raised $2.6 million for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and were joined by fellow celebs Matt Dillon (“Crash,” “You, Me and Dupree”), Joe Manganiello (“Magic Mike,” “True Blood”), Denis O’Hare (“Dallas Buyers Club” “This Is Us”) and John C. McGinley of “Scrubs.” |
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Sofía Vergara’s husband walks with models who have Down syndrome
November 11, 2017 Although the first thing that comes to women’s mind when thinking about Joe Manganiello is his attractive physique, it is worth mentioning he also has a big heart. He often attends fundraising events, and this past weekend he returned to do his bit for a noble cause: helping kids with Down syndrome. |
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Denver education center for people with Down syndrome gets $1 million boost
November 21, 2017 An educational center in Denver for people with Down syndrome has received an amazing display of heart and generosity. The Salah Foundation gave $1 million to the Colorado-based Global Down Syndrome Foundation during a gala this month. |
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Omahans with Down syndrome model in fashion show: Your Family Now
November 22, 2017 Fourteen-year-old Walt Snodgrass recently shared a stage with A-listers like Jamie Foxx, Marisa Tomei, Quincy Jones, Eva Longoria and more. They raised millions of dollars for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. |
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Fashion show in Denver raises funds for Down syndrome awareness and research
November 13, 2017 The point of the night was to raise money for scientific research into Down syndrome – and raise awareness about the condition. That’s the refrain that celeb after celeb told the press at the red carpet of the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion show at the Sheraton in downtown Denver Saturday evening.
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Global Down Syndrome Be Beautiful Be Yourself 2017 Pictures and Images
November 11, 2017 View Getty Images From the Night
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Photos from Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show 2017
November 11, 2017 View Images From the Event
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Eva Longoria, Jamie Foxx Support Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 9th Annual Fashion Show
November 11, 2017 The Global Down Syndrome Foundation held its 9th Annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show (BBBY) to raise critical funding to improve the lives of people with Down syndrome while celebrating a milestone year for medical research and advocacy around this least-funded genetic condition. |
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‘Be Beautiful, Be Yourself’ fashion show in Denver
November 11, 2017 Today, models getting ready to work the runway at the Sheraton in downtown Denver. |
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Michelle Sie Whitten on Devil’s Advocate with Jon Caldara
November 10, 2017 Michelle Sie Whitten, President and CEO of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, joins host Jon Caldara to discuss their kids with Down Syndrome, NIH funding, Frank’s testimony, and Iceland’s horrific policy. |
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Omaha actor, writer, advocate will walk runway as ambassador for Down syndrome foundation
November 10, 2017 Last year, Sikora — a 27-year-old Omaha writer, actor and fashion model with Down syndrome — got to walk the runway with an Oscar-winning actress. This weekend, he’ll walk with another. |
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Frank Stephens: Down syndrome research offers big payoff
November 8, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show on Everyday Colorado
November 8, 2017 Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show… Supporting the Global Down Syndrome Foundation |
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‘Be Beautiful Be Yourself’ Fashion Show in Denver
November 7, 2017 Michelle Sie Whitten, the president and CEO of the Global Down Syndrome Research Foundation, and Dr. Joaquin Espinosa, the executive director of the Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome, joined us on 9NEWS at 4 p.m. to discuss how they got involved and their respective organizations. |
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Global’s Michelle Sie Whitten & Joaquin Espinosa on Denver’s Own Channel 2
November 7, 2017
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Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show– Global Down Syndrome Foundation
November 8, 2017 It’s one of the biggest charity events in Denver, the “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” fashion show, benefitting the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. |
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Global’s Michelle Sie Whitten discusses scientific research related to Down syndrome on Denver’s KOA News Radio
November 7, 2017
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PBS News Hour
October 26, 2017 “I am a man with Down syndrome and my life is worth living,” said Frank Stephens, a Down syndrome advocate, to lawmakers on Capitol Hill in an effort to urge them to fund research on the condition. |
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Denver Post Features Need for More Down Syndrome Research
October 25, 2017 Joaquin Espinosa, Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome explains that people with Down syndrome get fewer cancers, but CU researchers need more funding to understand why. This is why he is testifying in front of congress to address money for studying Down syndrome. “People with Down syndrome can give you a window into understanding 50 percent of all deaths in America,” he says. “There is just no way we don’t find something that helps the bigger population.” |
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Congress Can Do More on Down Syndrome, Alzheimer’s Research – Michelle Sie Whitten
November 6, 2017 “I had an amniocentesis when I was pregnant with my first child. I was told there was little chance my daughter would live past three years old. I was told I should consider termination.” |
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Locals travel to DC for Down syndrome Congress hearing
November 6, 2017 One family from Mount Horeb traveled hundreds of miles to Washington D.C. to voice their support for people with Down Syndrome. |
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Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion show to benefit Global Down Syndrome Foundation
November 4, 2017 Every year Hollywood stars grace the stage in Denver to help raise money for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. The Be Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show returns to Denver with another list of Hollywood stars attending. |
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Their Voice: Why we must embrace, not eliminate, Down syndrome
November 4, 2017 It’s probably hard for most of us to envision, but imagine you are sitting on your couch watching your favorite nighttime television show. During a commercial break, you see a clip from the news program that will follow featuring the announcement that “Iceland has eliminated Down syndrome. More to come.” |
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Reduction of Down syndrome research funding in US worrisome
November 4, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Opinion: Congress faces a choice on Down syndrome research
November 4, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Congress at crossroads on Down Syndrome
November 5, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Congress Faces a Choice on Down Syndrome Research
October 30, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Reduction of Down syndrome research funding in US worrisome
November 4, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Why invest in Down syndrome research? -Frank Stephens
November 2, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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Bustos backs greater efforts on Down syndrome, says effects could be widespread
November 1, 2017 U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) considers her recent testimony on Down syndrome funding and research a matter of life and death. |
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Down Syndrome Foundation collaborating on groundbreaking research project
November 1, 2017 The Global Down Syndrome Foundation announced Oct 17 that Biogen, a neuroscience leader has joined the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and the University of Colorado School of Medicine in a groundbreaking project that explores the connection between Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome. |
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Will Congress Fully Fund Down Syndrome Research?
October 31, 2017 “I’m a lucky man. I was born in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. If I had been born in any one of many other countries, or even here a generation earlier, my life would likely have been short and unhappy.” -Frank Stephens |
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‘Let’s be America, not Iceland’: Watch Down syndrome advocate’s powerful Capitol Hill testimony
October 27, 2017 Stephens, a Quincy Jones Advocate at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, told the House Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Committee on Appropriations on Wednesday that “I am a man with Down syndrome and my life is worth living.” |
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Now This
October 27, 2017 ‘I am a man with Down syndrome and my life is worth living’ — this advocate made an emotional plea for more research funding |
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The Mighty
October 26, 2017 We need to listen more to people like Frank Stephens. |
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Down syndrome advocates tell Congress research leads to breakthroughs
October 26, 2017 WASHINGTON — Actor and Down syndrome advocate Frank Stephens was greeted by a standing ovation after he testified at a congressional hearing Wednesday. Stephens, who lives in the Washington, D.C, area, spoke on behalf the Denver-based Global Down Syndrome Foundation at a hearing to determine whether Congress should fund more research into the genetic abnormality. |
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Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s fashion show brings out the stars
October 26, 2017 Models with Down syndrome, such as 2017 Global Down Syndrome Foundation Ambassador Marcus Sikora, will be joined on the runway of next month’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show by such celebrities as Oscar-winning actress Marisa Tomei, Eva Longoria, Joe Manganiello, Tony-winning Denis O’Hare, actor-author-comedian and Global board member John C. McGinley, Jamie Foxx and more. |
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Down Syndrome: Update on the State of the Science & Potential for Discoveries Across Other Major Diseases
October 25, 2017 The U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, which provides federal funding for the National Institutes of Health, held the first ever hearing on current and future research funding priorities to accelerate scientific discovery that will benefit individuals with Down syndrome and lead to new therapies to treat Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and other major diseases. |
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Global Down Syndrome Foundation supporters attend milestone Down Syndrome Congressional hearing
October 25, 2017 Kathryn Lewis and Latricia Milburn from Tennessee are supporting Global Down Syndrome Foundation (“Global”) at the milestone hearing on Down syndrome research organized by the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education. |
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Colorado’s work on Down syndrome research headed to D.C.
October 22, 2017 When a U.S. House committee holds the first-ever hearing on Down syndrome research next week, Colorado’s groundbreaking work and generous philanthropy will be in the spotlight. The House Health and Human Services Subcommittee is scheduled to hear testimony on science and discoveries on major diseases next Wednesday morning. |
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Peter Kudla & Michelle Sie Whitten featured on Colorado & Company segment discussing the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show
October 20, 2017
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CPR Health Reporter, John Daley discusses Human Trisome Project with Global CEO Michelle Sie Whitten
October 20, 2017 “People with Down syndrome are either predisposed to or protected from a number of conditions including Alzheimer’s, autoimmune diseases and cancers.” |
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Colorado Poet’s Brain To Be Used To Study Down Syndrome-Alzheimer’s Link
October 4, 2017 Gretchen Josephson of Denver was a shining example of what a woman with Down Syndrome could accomplish. Josephson, who died this spring at the age of 62, was a published poet and spoke internationally. As is common for people with Down Syndrome, she eventually developed Alzheimer’s Disease. |
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Any Day Now
September 29, 2017 There is a screening happening this weekend that can also help make a difference. We’re talking about the film Any Day Now. This film is all about showcasing the brilliance and capabilities that people with down syndrome have. |
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Biotechnology building debuts state-of-the-art E-Wing
August 30, 2017 Monday’s ribbon-cutting event honored Colorado-based philanthropists John and Anna Sie, whose generous $2 million gift will allow for the creation of an industry co-location space on the E-Wing’s second floor. The space will be leased to industry partners, allowing local and national biotech companies to bring scientists and resources on-site in order to work side-by-side with university students and researchers. |
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FLAIR! – Be Beautiful, Be Yourself gala kicks off in Cherry Hills Village
August 30, 2017 Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s opulent Be Beautiful, Be Yourself gala and fashion show not only features adorable children with Down syndrome on the runway, but brings out celebrities by the dozens to garner tremendous support for the foundation. |
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Pregnant women deserve accurate information about Down syndrome: Global Down Syndrome Foundation responds to CBS story on Iceland’s ‘eradication’ of Down syndrome
August 25, 2017 Michelle Sie Whitten, President and CEO of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation released the following statement today regarding the recent CBSN story on ‘eradicating’ Down syndrome in Iceland. |
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August 9, 2017 Michelle Sie Whitten, center, turned 50 on Aug. 5, and about 15 of her relatives from Italy flew in to celebrate with 200 of her closest local friends. The event included a concert by Isaac Slade of the Fray and was a fundraiser to benefit the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. |
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Seen: Diamonds in the Rough fundraiser
July 26, 2017 Continuing a tradition set 18 years ago, the participant roster for Hyde Park Jewelers’ Diamonds in the Rough Charity Golf Classic reads like a Who’s Who in Sports, with a slew of other celebrities joining in this two-day event that raises money for some very worthy causes. |
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CO doctors find preliminary results ‘positive’ in early tests of Alzheimers drug
July 19, 2017 A group of doctors from Colorado, in London for an international conference on Alzheimers, made a significant announcement Wednesday about a drug that could make a significant impact in the fight against Alzheimers. They told the gathering that preliminary results on the first human trials of the drug “Leukine” as a treatment for Alzheimers have met with unexpected success. |
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Ask Dr. Applewhite About Perceptions of Beauty and Disability
July 1, 2017 Beverly Johnson, Global International Spokesperson and QJ Award recipient talks about Global on Blog Talk Radio. |
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9News , and Colorado & Company showcase the spirit of Global’s DTP Football and Cheer Camp
June 17, 2017 Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Dare to Play Football and Cheer camp had early coverage from 9news’ Colorado & Company. Global President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten along with Global Ambassador Clarissa Capuano represented the camp, Clarissa even showcased her favorite cheer on live TV! 9News also joined Global on game day. |
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Dare to Play Football and Cheer camp featured by lead Bronco and NFL writer
June 17, 2017 The Denver Post lead Broncos and NFL writer Nicki Jhabvala highlights how Global’s DTP Football and Cheer Camp raises awareness and funds for Down syndrome research and care. The indepth article cheers on the celebrity football coaches– Brandon Stokley, Tyler Polumbus, Todd Davis, and Shaquil Barrett– who all helped make game day one to never forget! |
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CBS4 supports Global’s Dare to Play Football and Cheer Program
June 17, 2017 The coverage of Global’s Dare to Play Football and Cheer program began a week before kick off. The Perry family woke up early to represent Global on CBS4 for a morning interview to talk about their experience with the camp, especially player Chase who showed the newsteam his touchdown dance. CBS4 also covered game day calling it a “football camp like no other.” |
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How studying those with Down syndrome gives us hope for Alzheimer’s
May 22, 2017 In a 30 minute special the 9news team explores the work being done in Colorado on Alzheimer’s. The piece features work being done by Dr. Huntington Potter, Director of Alzheimer’s Disease Programs at the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome — a Global affiliate — , and Director of the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer’s Disease Center. |
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Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Dance Program showcased on 9News
May 19, 2017 Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself dancers shared not only their ballet skills with 9news, but how the program helps the dancers with Down syndrome build strength, stability, and most importantly confidence. In her interview, Global President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten shares her excitement for the BBBY Spring dance performance. |
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Former Sie Center physical therapist private practice thriving
May 09, 2017 Sarah Mann, doctor of physical therapy and manager of Mann Method PT and Fitness, has been working with adults with Down syndrome since 2004. After receiving her doctor of physical therapy degree in 2012 from the University of Colorado, Anschutz, she worked at the Sie Center for Down Syndrome at Children’s Hospital until 2015. The talented physical therapist then transitioned to a private practice to increase access to specialized PT services for adults and children with developmental disabilities. The Denver Post highlights Mann’s flourishing business that’s changing lives. |
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Everyone Needs Help: Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Ambassador recognized
May 08, 2017 Mardra Sikora shares her life-experiences alongside her son Marcus Sikora, the 2017 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Ambassador, in an article in The Huffington Post. The mother, author, speaker, and advocate talks about her and Marcus’ adventures through life, like the day Marcus was born and about the time the both of them spoke at the United Nations on World Down Syndrome Day. |
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Hockey player’s helmet raises $6K for Global
April 07, 2017 Bloomington Thunder goalie Logan Halladay specially designed a helmet with the Global Down Syndrome Foundation logo on it. He held a season-long raffle for the helmet and raised $6,120 for Global. A huge thank you to Logan and the Thunder! |
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Illinois hockey player dedicates mask to Global’s mission
April 04, 2017 Global’s mission is brought to life every time Logan Halladay hits the ice with the Bloomington Thunder hockey team. The goalie put the Global logo on his mask to advocate for people with Down syndrome. 25 News Today sat down with Halladay to learn more about his goalie mask and why he dedicated it to Global. |
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Rockin’ that extra chromosome on World Down Syndrome Day
March 29, 2017 The excitement of Global’s World Down Syndrome Day celebration was captured on the front page of The Villager. The article showcases pictures of Global’s President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten and her daughter Sophia, as well as group photos including Governor John Hickenlooper. |
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Telemundo Denver celebrates Global’s WDSD event
March 21, 2017 Global’s celebration for World Down Syndrome Day at the Colorado Capital has been mentioned in multiple newspapers and on-air with television stations throughout Colorado. Telemundo Denver was able to capture all the excitement of the event and interviewed an attendee. |
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For the First Time Uganda Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day
March 21, 2017 While World Down Syndrome Day has been recognized widely internationally, Uganda participated formally for the first time in 2017. Celebrations are taking place as part of a growing movement to better provide resources and support for persons with Down syndrome in Uganda. In 2016, Global and The Global Livingston Institute announced a major joint initiative to map existing resources and services available to persons with Down syndrome, and their caretakers, living in Uganda. |
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The Villager captures Global’s excitement for 3 ICON award wins
March 21, 2017 The Villager captured Global President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten , and Global team members Anca Elena Call, Martha Cronen and Ashley Sparhawk alongside self-advocate Elyssa at the 2017 ICON awards. Global took home 3 awards that evening, which include Best Overall Event, Best Entertainment Concept & Execution, and Best Invitation. |
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Global board member John C. McGinley stars in WDSD video that’s making headlines across the world
March 21, 2017 From the US to Italy, even to Poland, John C. McGinley—a Global board member— is being recognized across the world for his role in a World Down Syndrome Day video called “Not Special Needs.” The video addresses the “special needs” issue directly by humorously pointing out needs that would really be special — like eating a dinosaur egg, wearing a giant suit of armor to buy groceries, or getting a back massage from a cat. McGinley’s role in the video was mentioned in AdWeek, Huffington Post Poland, La Rosa Rosa Online, and Genova Post. |
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Fox31 Supports Global on World Down Syndrome Day
March 21, 2017 Michelle Sie Whitten, President and CEO of Global Down Syndrome Foundation, Dee Daniels, Program Director of Sie Center for Down Syndrome at Children’s Hospital, and Beth Burczyk joined Fox31 to share how everyone can get involved with WDSD. |
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9News features Global’s Petition of Support for more funding for Down syndrome research
March 19, 2017 In honor of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, Global President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten, along with her daughter Sophia Whitten, and Sophia’s classmate Addie Boyer all sat down with 9News to discuss Global’s Petition of Support for more funding for Down syndrome research. Sophia and Addie explain why their class was involved in gathering signatures. |
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Global shares excitement and importance of WDSD with CBS 4
March 19, 2017 Dr. Tom Blumenthal, executive director for the Linda Crnic Institute – a Global affiliate, and Global President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten discuss the importance of World Down Syndrome Day and the details of Global’s WDSD event on March 21 with CBS 4. |
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Global photograph at ICON awards lights up The Denver Post
March 18, 2017 In an article about the ICON awards, The Denver Post included a photo of Global team members from the celebration. At the awards Global won Best Overall Event, Best Entertainment Concept & Execution, and Best Invitation. |
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Global Board Member John C. McGinley shows support for WDSD video in The Huffington Post Italy
March 18, 2017 Global Board Member John C. McGinley is recognized in a Huffington Post Italy article for his role in and support of a new World Down Syndrome Day video called #NotSpecialNeeds. The PSA created by CoorDown — Italy’s national organization for people with Down syndrome — examines the term “special needs” and highlights how the needs of people with Down syndrome are more alike than different. |
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Global’s Dare to Play Programs featured in national magazine
March 16, 2017 Global’s Dare to Play (DTP) life skills camps take center stage in the Spring 2017 issue of the magazine The Delta of Sigma Nu. The front cover article features the positive and lasting impacts DTP programs have on participants and the community at large. |
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CNN features Global Scientist
March 9, 2017 Doctor Huntington Potter, Director of Alzheimer’s Research at the Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome, and the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer’s Disease Center— two Global affiliates— underscores a catastrophic world future if we don’t cure Alzheimer’s. |
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The Joy of watching ‘Lovebirds’ William and Lynda
February 19, 2017 An increasing number of people are coming to realize that individuals with Down syndrome can do anything anyone else can do, including falling in love. In this article two ‘lovebirds’ bring to life Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s perspective that people with Down syndrome are more like typical people than they are different. |
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Disability Matters
February 7, 2017 Global Down Syndrome Foundation founder and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten guests stars on the talk show ‘Disability Matters’ with host Joyce Bender to discuss employment and empowerment of people with Down syndrome. |
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Mary Ann Allen: My Friend Lovey
January 23, 2017 Crnic Institute Sie Post-Doctoral Fellow Mary Ann Allen shares how a childhood friendship inspired her to research Down syndrome and look for similarities rather than differences. |
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SNX27 Deletion Causes Hydrocephalus by Impairing Ependymal Cell Differentiation and Ciliogenesis
January 1, 2017 Chinese government funds Global scientist. |