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For people with Down syndrome, family members, caregivers and professionals.
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Is colon cancer screening recommended for people with Down syndrome? Please note that this handout discusses screening colonoscopies (i.e. colonoscopies performed to identify pre-symptomatic or unreco
We were sent a question about the use of aspirin to prevent heart attacks in people with Down syndrome. We have provided some information below. Please note that this information is for educational pu
Definition: Seizures are waves of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. The brain has multiple nerve cells that create and receive electrical impulses which help the cells communicate with each o
Dry skin is more common in people with Down syndrome. In the video below, Mary and June talk about dry skin and tips for managing it. Additional resources can be found in the Skin and Hair section of
Healthy Pace for Eating Healthy Pace for Eating If I eat too fast, I might get a stomachache, cough, or choke. That is not healthy! If I eat slowly, I can enjoy my food
Healthy Food and Drink Choices Making healthy choices helps us feel better and grow stronger. I can make healthy choices about what I eat and drink. Apples are a better choice than chips. Nuts are a b
Emotions Visual This visual provides examples of emotions that we might feel such as: sad scared mad tired surprised frustrated happy excited sick content silly laughing crying smiling bored
Ringworm, athlete’s foot and jock itch are fungal infections that are more common among individuals with Down syndrome. There are a variety of likely reasons for that including a tendency to
Healthy Eating at Buffets First, look at all the choices. Get a plate and take small amounts of food. Cut food in half and share. Eat many different foods, like fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein
New Way to Learn How to Tie Shoes Tying shoes can sometimes be challenging for individuals with Down syndrome. We found this new technique that makes tying shoes a little easier! 1. After putting your
Clothing Match Game - Cold/Warm Weather This sorting game contains images of clothing for cold and warm weather. Cut out the images. Instruct participants to sort the images into two piles -
Choosing Clothing for Cold vs. Warm Weather, female Choosing Clothing for Cold vs. Warm Weather, male Clothes for Cold Weather When it is cold outside, I need to wear a coat. I m
Ligaments are bands of fibrous connective tissue in our body that connect one bone to another bone and provide support to our joints. In people with Down syndrome, these ligaments tend to be loose lea
People with Down syndrome can experience a variety of gastrointestinal issues. One of them is intolerance to foods containing lactose. Lactose is a sugar found in dairy products like milk and ice crea
Strokes occur when the blood supply to the brain is compromised, which deprives the brain of needed oxygen and glucose. Strokes can be caused by atherosclerotic disease (a disease in which the inside
As described in the USDA MyPlate program , protein is an important part of a healthy plate. This video on protein is the third part of our "Cooking Well and Feeling Well at the Adu
Individuals with Down syndrome are more susceptible to obstructive sleep apnea. Their upper airways are usually smaller because of a larger tongue and smaller maxilla (upper jaw). Other factors can co
As described in the USDA MyPlate program , dairy is an important part of a healthy plate. This video on dairy is part of our "Cooking Well and Feeling Well at the Adult D
While we may love to hug, we know that hugging is not appropriate in all settings. Families and caregivers of adolescents and adults with Down syndrome have expressed that it can be challenging to tea
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease marked by the inability of the body to regulate sugars through insulin. Either the body does not produce enough insulin in the pancreas to help the body absorb suga
We were asked a question about increased “startle reflex” in a 30-year-old. Please note: The information below is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a su
Knowing how much to eat can be challenging. In this video on serving sizes, Jeff and Kurt share tips for eating appropriate amounts of different types of foods. They show how the size of our hand can
What is a mammogram? A mammogram is a special type of x-ray that looks for breast cancer, which is the most common cancer among women. The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recomme
People with and without Down syndrome experience grief and sadness when a loved one dies. We have learned from individuals with Down syndrome and their families that grief can be experienced different
Please note: The information on this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for a medical, psychiatric, mental health, or behavioral evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment plan by a qualified professional. We recommend you review the educational material with your health providers regarding the specifics of your health care needs.
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