Along with physical symptoms, immune system issues, and developmental delays, mental health issues are prevalent in individuals with 22q11.2 DS and can significantly affect an individual’s quality of life. Early…
22q11 Europe
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Hello, this is my story with 22q11 syndrome. I was born on 18/08/1991. Around the age of 6, I had learning difficulties in math and comprehension problems, but I didn’t…
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Most children (90%) with 22q deletion experience some degree of developmental disability with delayed speech and language development as the most consistent feature. In formal standardized testing, most school aged…
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If you haven’t already done so! Here’s a reminder to take part in 22q11 Day as members, local associations or citizens. On November 22nd, we celebrate « 22q11 Day »…
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On November 22nd, we celebrate « 22q11 Day » by supporting the European movement to light up iconic buildings in red to raise awareness for 22q11 syndrome. Just like previous…
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Aria is a 3 year old girl from Faroe Islands. The start of Aria’s life was a difficult time for her. When Aria was born, the nurse heard and saw…
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Ana was born as a seemingly healthy child, apart from umbilical hernia she had at the birth, but soon the first problems arose. Because of her failure to thrive we…
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My story with Di George syndrome begins in 2009 following a consultation with a pediatrician for my 3 year old daughter.We consulted a pediatrician because my daughter, born in 2006,…
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This conference has brought together European families, clinicians, scientists, and researchers to share knowledge and expertise about 22q11 syndrome and foster connections. More than 20 speakers was present to cover…
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22q11 day Once again this year, a number of cities across Europe took action to raise awareness of 22q11 syndrome by lighting up their emblematic buildings in red: UK, Ireland,…