Covid-19

Health and Research – Other

Returning to School or Work in Fall 2020

Many individuals with Down syndrome and their families have asked us questions about going back…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 10, 2021

Health and Research – Other

COVID and Return to School 2021 (with Dr. Andrew Nowalk)

Dr. Nowalk joined the podcast to discuss return to school for 2021 and ways that…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 10, 2021

Health and Research - COVID-19

Non-Discrimination in Medical Treatment for COVID-19

Reports of potential discrimination in medical treatment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 2, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Should people with Down syndrome who have been fully vaccinated wear face masks?

As the number of COVID-19 cases has risen in many areas, some cities and states…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 28, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Information Forms to Share with Hospitals and Clinics

Visiting a hospital or clinic can be a stressful or frightening experience for some individuals…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 26, 2021

Health and Research - COVID-19

Hospital Visitor Policies During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Many hospitals have enacted "No Visitor" policies that prevent patients in the hospital from having…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 21, 2021

Health and Research - COVID-19

Going to Public Places During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Many states and communities have lifted stay-at-home restrictions. We have received questions about whether it…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 17, 2021

Ask Dr. Brian Chicoine Health and Research – Other

COVID-19 vaccination, Booster doses, immunocompromised

Question: Dr. Chicoine, At least 1 country (Israel) is providing Pfizer booster shots to adults…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 13, 2021

Health and Research - COVID-19

Dental Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Dental disease, especially gingivitis (gum disease), is more common in people with Down syndrome. Regular…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 9, 2021

General DS Information Resources for Professionals

Down Syndrome Podcast Series for Parents, Educators and Medical Professionals

The link below goes to a list of podcasts hosted by Kishore Vellody, MD, medical…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 9, 2021

COVID and Return to School 2021 (with Dr. Andrew Nowalk)

Non-Discrimination in Medical Treatment for COVID-19

Should people with Down syndrome who have been fully vaccinated wear face masks?

Information Forms to Share with Hospitals and Clinics

Hospital Visitor Policies During the COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 vaccination, Booster doses, immunocompromised

Dental Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Down Syndrome Podcast Series for Parents, Educators and Medical Professionals

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