1. Provide the title of your story or series and the names of the journalists involved.
"Down Syndrome Patients Could Unlock Mysteries of Aging"
2. List date(s) this work was published or aired.
22-Mar-10
3. Provide a brief synopsis of the story or stories, including any significant findings.
For the first time in history, people with Down syndrome are living into old age. In the process, they are helping scientists to better understand the genetic roots of many diseases of aging, such as cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's. But their longevity also present a challenge to their parents, many of whom continue to provide daily caregiving at an age when their contemporaries are enjoying retirement.
4. Explain types of documents, data or Internet resources used. Were FOI or public records act requests required? How did this affect the work?
Medical journal articles, interviews with doctors and families
5. Explain types of human sources used.
Interviews with families and patients
6. Results (if any).
This was the most-emailed story of the day and got lots of positive feedback.
7. Follow-up (if any). Have you run a correction or clarification on the report or has anyone come forward to challenge its accuracy? If so, please explain.
No challenges
8. Advice to other journalists planning a similar story or project.
Finding great families is key.