Japanese actor gives speech at event in US on 'World Down Syndrome Day' Aoi Yoshida, who also has Down syndrome, gave a speech, pleading for equal access to medical care. Down syndrome is a congenital syndrome caused by a chromosomal abnormality, and is characterized by low muscle tone and often delayed intellectual development.
Although it may be accompanied by other diseases such as the heart, with appropriate medical care, many people are able to lead a normal life. Yoshida: "I gave this speech because I wanted people with Down syndrome around the world to be happy.I feel happy right now.''