Don't Screen Us Out
@dontscreenusout
Creating a world where people with Down’s syndrome are equally valued and have an equal chance of being born.
A massive thank you to @NHS_SBS who have raised a whopping £1049.32 for @PortsmouthDSA during their Gameshow Showdown – One Day Challenge! They had a day jam packed full of games and competitions including a Scavenger Hunt, Bingo, a bake off and a fancy dress competition! 💚
Enjoy your break @wesstreeting. If there is a summer clean out at the @DHSCgovuk and you spot any missing reports, we'd love to know!
The Nordic countries are already trying to eliminate Down Syndrome. @dontscreenusout in their own way.
Could Down syndrome be eliminated? Japanese scientists use CRISPR to target extra chromosome that causes it. A groundbreaking study at at Mie University has introduced the possibility of eliminating the genetic cause of Down syndrome through cutting-edge gene-editing technology.…
On this inaugural International Day for People with an Intellectual Impairment, we share that we are proud to represent our country - #worldclass swimmers @DSSGB1 We see you We celebrate you 25/07/25 #VirtusSport #IDPwII #25July #downsyndrome #MakingInvisibleVisible #ii2 #S14
"not the right fit" I heard over and over again. Years of #rejection and I had no choice but to turn that into redirection and count on myself.... #survival #nevergiveup #staystrong #believeinyourself❤️@collettedivitto
🏆 Trophies were handed out to all of the players today before our summer break. This was for all of their commitment and team work shown throughout the last year. Massive thank you to @RobinsFound for funding the trophies ⚽️⚽️
If something is called "inclusive" but is designed only for people with disabilities, it's not inclusive. - Image by Coffee and Inclusion, by Jen Franklin Kearns @coffeeandinclusion
⚽️🥅 Congratulations @JonathanWe29313 who scored 2 goals today for the Charlton Upbeats @CAFCTrust
Sleep is very important, but how much should parents & caregivers worry about sub-optimal sleep? A newly published editorial points out some interesting new areas for investigation in the Journal for Child Psychology and Psychiatry, by Professor Alice Gregory et al, “Sleep
i hope the week was kind to you, sleep well when you go ⚒ …. much love ♥️
Wicked catching up with my incredible friend @fionnathan and #OscarWilde and having a quick boogie outside Lynch castle in #Galway yesterday
🎶Shake it off! We had a brilliant final @MusicManProject #Portsmouth session before summer! 🪘🪇🎤Huge thanks to Emma, our amazing practitioner, & to our brilliant members! Back Weds 16 Sept, 5–6pm. All welcome! @rachaelross21 @kenross2011
About #LeDeR report for 2023: NHSE reportedly said “we are committed to publishing this report soon after Parliament returns”. This means September at its earliest @AliveLeder itv.com/news/2025-07-1…
A very decent performance from #Pompey tonight. Unlucky not to have won by more and some very promising displays. Only right that the first game is marked by the first selfie of the season. Up the blues🔵⚪️🔴
Kildare branch members Niamh G, Eva, Kim and Niamh F had an amazing evening meeting Olly Murs at his recent Cork concert. 🎶 Niamh G who won a competition to meet Olly told us, "It was amazing! Olly was very nice and friendly. We had a great time!" 💜
Today’s sign is . . . ‘SUMMER HOLIDAY’ ☀️ 😎 🏖️ #MakatonWithAlfie #WhatsItAllAboutAlfie #WeTalkMakaton #WeUseMakatonWhatsYourSuperpower #MakatonTutor #SarahTheMakatonTutor #Activities
Proud to announce the team representing 🇬🇧 at the European Down Syndrome Swimming Champs 25 Oct to 2 Nov 2025 Albufeira, Portugal Congratulations to all 35 swimmers, their coaches, clubs & support teams Bring it on #teameffort #swimming #downsyndrome #downsyndromeswimming
A busy weekend for some of the squad 🏊♀️🏊♂️ Nearly 25% of the squad were at @RichmondDales Summer Madness meet in Leeds. Jake, Will, Ellen, Harvey, Scarlett, George, Daniel, Will & Thomas 👏👏👏 Poole 3rd masters meet for Caroline, Caitlin & Kathryn👏👏 #swimming #downsyndrome
Awesome week @llangollen_Eist 2025 beautiful, people, beautiful weather a bit too hot for me, but fantastic week of making new friendships. #llangollen #peace @mencap_charity