Overcoming Sleep Apnea
The video below is a recording of a presentation from the Adult Down Syndrome Center's…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 4, 2021
Mammograms
What is a mammogram? A mammogram is a special type of x-ray that looks for…
MCH and MCV
We received a question about MCH and MCV. The question concerned an individual with Down…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 2, 2021
Life Expectancy
As we mention in our resource “Two Syndromes,” there are four main areas that we…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 29, 2021
Lactose Intolerance
People with Down syndrome can experience a variety of gastrointestinal issues. One of them is…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 27, 2021
Food Choices in Group Settings, Workshops and at Community Events
One of the areas our patients find challenging to making healthy choices is in the…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 15, 2021
Exercise in People with Down Syndrome
In the United States, obesity is on the rise. This is also true for individuals…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 12, 2021
Down Syndrome, Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome and Bicuspid Aortic Valve
We were sent a question about Down syndrome and Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome and Bicuspid Aortic…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 12, 2021
Effect of Menopause on Cognition in Women with Down Syndrome?
What is the effect of menopause on cognition in women with Down syndrome? Menopause, defined…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 12, 2021
Elevated Globulin
Globulins are antibodies (found and measured in the blood) that are elevated in inflammatory conditions,…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 12, 2021