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Health and Research – Other

Upper Respiratory Infection – The Common Cold

What is it? Most commonly caused by respiratory viruses. Signs and symptoms of the common…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 26, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Treating Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease with Surgery

We were asked about surgical options for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD occurs when…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 24, 2021

Health and Research - COVID-19

Travel Considerations for People with Down Syndrome [COVID-19]

We have received several questions about recommendations on travel for people with Down syndrome, in…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 20, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Tips for Successful Blood Draws

Do you or does a family member or friend with Down syndrome dread getting blood…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 20, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Today & Tomorrow: A Guide to Aging with Down Syndrome

The resource linked is a guidebook on aging from the Canadian Down Syndrome Society. While…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 20, 2021

Health and Research – Other Healthy Living

Thyroid, Weight and Metabolism

We were sent a question about thyroid, weight, and metabolism in people with Down syndrome.…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 19, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Swallowing Issues

Swallowing problems are fairly common in people with Down syndrome. Some are “behavioral.” This is…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 18, 2021

Health and Research – Other

Temperature Regulation in People with Down Syndrome

We were sent a question about the typical body temperature of people with Down syndrome…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 18, 2021

Health and Research - COVID-19 Healthy Living

Staying Connected to Your Health Care Provider During the COVID-19 Pandemic

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many healthcare organizations - including ours - are encouraging…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 16, 2021

Healthy Living

Strength Training in Adults with Down Syndrome

Strength is one part of fitness that helps keep you healthy and strong. Strength can…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 16, 2021

Upper Respiratory Infection – The Common Cold

Treating Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease with Surgery

Travel Considerations for People with Down Syndrome [COVID-19]

Tips for Successful Blood Draws

Today & Tomorrow: A Guide to Aging with Down Syndrome

Thyroid, Weight and Metabolism

Swallowing Issues

Temperature Regulation in People with Down Syndrome

Staying Connected to Your Health Care Provider During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Strength Training in Adults with Down Syndrome

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