Health and Research – Other

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…

Capetivate capetivateSeptember 28, 2021

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Managing Anxiety During Storms

We recently received a question from a family member of an individual with Down syndrome…

Capetivate capetivateSeptember 15, 2021

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COVID and Down Syndrome Webinar

On January 8, 2021, Drs. Brian Chicoine and Andre Strydom presented a webinar hosted by…

Capetivate capetivateSeptember 14, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Skin Conditions in Down Syndrome

Dysgerminomas in Women with Down Syndrome

Use of Probiotics By People with Down Syndrome

Prostate, Urinary Retention, Urinary Hesitancy, Weight Loss

Does TSH tell the whole story?

Trisomy 21 Toolkit for Transitioning to Adult Medical Care

Dental Care Guidance for Caregivers of Patients with Down Syndrome

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster and Third Dose

Managing Anxiety During Storms

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