Skin Conditions in Down Syndrome
The medical director of the Down Syndrome Center of Western Pennsylvania, Kishore Vellody, MD, hosts…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 28, 2021
Dysgerminomas in Women with Down Syndrome
We received a request for information on dysgerminomas in women with Down syndrome. Dysgerminomas are…
Use of Probiotics By People with Down Syndrome
What are probiotics? Probiotics are foods or supplements that contain live microorganisms (e.g., bacteria).Source: Advocate…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 28, 2021
Prostate, Urinary Retention, Urinary Hesitancy, Weight Loss
Question: My brother just turned 58 years old. Other than a diagnosis of Alzheimer's he…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 27, 2021
Does TSH tell the whole story?
The three most common labs measured to assess thyroid function are TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone),…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 27, 2021
Trisomy 21 Toolkit for Transitioning to Adult Medical Care
The Trisomy 21 Toolkit for Transitioning to Adult Medical Care outlines steps individuals with Down…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 27, 2021
Dental Care Guidance for Caregivers of Patients with Down Syndrome
The article linked below shares information about common dental problems, finding the right dentist, sedation,…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 22, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Booster and Third Dose
Question: I have a 14-year-old son with Down Syndrome who has received two doses of…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 17, 2021
Managing Anxiety During Storms
We recently received a question from a family member of an individual with Down syndrome…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 15, 2021
COVID and Down Syndrome Webinar
On January 8, 2021, Drs. Brian Chicoine and Andre Strydom presented a webinar hosted by…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 14, 2021