09
Dec
Darius Jackson – chromosome 13q deletion diagnosis – his story
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Darius’ Story Darius Jackson is my 29 year old young adult son born with Chromosome Deletion 13q 31-32. Shortly after his birth, my husband and I were given his chromosome disorder diagnosis. I remember that moment as it was yesterday, but I can’t tell you all that was said after... Read More
20
Aug
CDO’s Summer 2020 Newsletter
CDO’s Summer 2020 Newsletter is now available! Each issue contains detailed and new information on rare chromosome disorders. The CDO newsletter includes family stories, additional resources, Ask the Doctor, new research updates and more. To submit an article, story or other item of interest for an upcoming issue email info@chromodisorder.org... Read More
18
Sep
Learning more about genes associated with human diseases
Chromosome Disorder Outreach is asked frequently how to learn more about the genes associated with human diseases involved in any chromosome disorder. Here is a brief primer on how to search for more information. The Decipher Database is used mainly for information about which genes are located at a specific... Read More
22
Aug
CDO Summer 2019 Newsletter
CDO Summer 2019 Newsletter – Rare Chromosome Disorder Support Network. CDO was recently contacted by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative which among other programs has created the Rare As One Project. This project partners with the rare disease community to lift up patient-led research and provide support in the form of... Read More
19
Nov
Fall 2018 Newsletter – Issue no. 82
Fall 2018 Newsletter Letter from the Board: Hello everyone! CDO needs your help. Our team works hard all year to provide the most accurate and updated information possible on rare chromosome and gene disorders to individuals and families. We are sometimes able to find information even when others cannot. From... Read More