What is dup15q syndrome?
Dup15q Syndrome is characterized by having an extra copy of a portion of chromosome 15 in the 11.2 – 13.1 region in combination with a number of symptoms that may include hypotonia and motor delays, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and epilepsy, including infantile spasms.
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Give Without Spending is Back!
We're excited to announce Dup15q Alliance has once again partnered with Hundredx Causes to bring you a NO COST opportunity to help Dup15q families. This 30-day campaign is a way you can create up to $10,000 in funding for the Dup15q Alliance without spending a cent....
Safe Step Act Day of Action
Ask Congress to take action on the Safe Step Act! The Safe Step Act requires insurers to implement a clear and transparent process for a patient or physician to request an exception to a step therapy protocol. Currently, when a physician prescribes a particular drug...
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Consortium for Autism, Neurodevelopmental Disorders & Digestive Diseases (CANDID) is a  collaboration between patient advocacy groups, scientists, clinicians, and research organizations that is focused on addressing gastrointestinal dysfunction in patients with...
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Sharing your family story is one of the greatest gifts you can give. Your story is vital to raising awareness, understanding, and compassion, as it helps people feel connected and impacted.  You are an empowered activist changing the future! 
Riley -Dup15q Family Story
Richie and I met on a blind date when I was 17 years old. We dated for 6 years before we got married and we immediately found ourselves pregnant with our now 21-year-old son, Jared.  I always knew I wanted at least 2 children but we just couldn’t seem to make it...
Marlena -Dup15q Family Story
 How Time Flies…. I remember writing my first article about Marlena and the problems we were encountering. Marlena is now 21 and in a residential group home on a school campus in Oconomowoc, Wisc. She is smiling and developing her independence even during...
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