Apollo Hospitals | Myths and Facts Down Syndrome | Dr. Tarang K Vora

Our latest video on "Down Syndrome" is by renowned Dr. Tarang K Vora, a pediatric neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, experienced in the respective field.

In this video, he talks about the common myths surrounding the genetic disorder Down Syndrome.

Watch the full video as the expert burst the 15 misconceptions about Down Syndrome to help you understand better.

0:00 - Introduction
0:11 - Is Down Syndrome a rare disorder?
0:21 - Is Down Syndrome a hereditary?
0:42 - Do only older aged patients give birth to children with Down Syndrome?
0:55 - Do all children with Down Syndrome have severe congenital disability?
1:15 - Are people with Down Syndrome always happy?
1:36 - Can people with Down Syndrome be independent ?
1:53 - Do patients with Down Syndrome look alike?
2:09 - Do people with Down Syndrome die in a young age?
2:31 - Can people with Down Syndrome walk or play sports?
3:04 - Can people with Down Syndrome read or write properly?
3:17 - Do people Down Syndrome feel pain?
3:26 - Are all people with Down Syndrome overweight?
3:54 - Will all people with Down Syndrome develop Alzheimer's disease?
4:53 - Can people with Down Syndrome have children?
5:07 - People with Down Syndrome lack memory?
5:24 - Conclusion
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