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General DS Information

myDSC Newsletter – January 2023

This edition of the newsletter includes self-care tips, upcoming webinars and more.I hope you all…

Capetivate capetivateJanuary 12, 2023

Ask Dr. Brian Chicoine Health and Research – Alzheimer's/Dementia Health and Research – Other

Seizures, Alzheimer’s Disease

Question: My son is 59 years old and was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s probably in March…

Capetivate capetivateDecember 30, 2022

Health and Research – Mental Health

myDSC Webinar Series – Mental Health at the Holidays

The winter holidays can be both a joyful and challenging time. In this webinar, we…

Capetivate capetivateDecember 6, 2022

Health and Research - COVID-19

Advisory on Long-COVID and Impact on Cognitive Function in Adults with Intellectual Disability

The purpose of this advisory is to provide background information on newly recognized cognitive impairments,…

Capetivate capetivateNovember 8, 2022

Healthy Living

Building Habits for Health: Making Nutrition Work for You!

Dominica Nichols, PhD, RD, LDN talks about metabolism, healthy eating and physical activity and how…

Capetivate capetivateOctober 10, 2022

Health and Research – Other

myDSC Webinar Series – Bias in the Health Care System: Advocating for People with Down Syndrome

Progress has been made in reducing bias against people with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities.…

Capetivate capetivateOctober 2, 2022

Independence

Handling Rejection

This visual talks about what rejection is, gives examples of rejection, and provides ways to…

Capetivate capetivateSeptember 17, 2022

Ask Dr. Brian Chicoine General DS Information Health and Research – Other

Atlanto-Axial Instability

Question: Can a person with Down syndrome develop atlanto-axial instability in adulthood? My son is…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 11, 2022

Ask Dr. Brian Chicoine Healthy Living

Obesity, Weight Loss Medications

Question: What are your thoughts about medications to treat obesity in a patient who has…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 11, 2022

Ask Dr. Brian Chicoine Health and Research – Mental Health Health and Research – Other

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Medications, Atomoxetine

Question: Is Atomoxetine recommended for teenagers with DS? Is there any medical evidence for cognition…

Capetivate capetivateMay 19, 2022