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October 12 - DS Awareness Month

October 12, 2020 07:00 AM
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Did you know? 

People with Down syndrome can wear a CPAP mask successfully.

Sleep apnea is more common in people with Down syndrome. Wearing a CPAP mask while sleeping at night is one treatment for sleep apnea. In the video linked here, Erika and Mitchell explain and demonstrate how to use a CPAP machine. Peer support like this can be an effective motivator to establish healthy habits!

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