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Did you know? CARE Down Syndrome is a new education and resource hub for primary care professionals of adults with Down syndrome. All people with Down…

Did you know? Many people with Down syndrome have flat feet. Shoes and orthotics that support the foot and ankle can help optimize function while being…

Did you know? Breast cancer, colon cancer, and most solid tumor cancers are uncommon in people with Down syndrome.  Many solid tumor cancers such as breast…

Did you know? Many people with Down syndrome are concrete thinkers. Abstract concepts may be more challenging for some individuals with Down syndrome to understand.  Many…

Did you know? Thyroid conditions are more common in people with Down syndrome compared to people without Down syndrome. Thyroid conditions, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and Hashimoto’s…

Did you know? The bodies of people with Down syndrome regulate body temperature differently compared to people without Down syndrome.  The bodies of people with Down…

Did you know? COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for people with Down syndrome who do not have a contraindication. While the severity of COVID-19 infection has decreased…

…or to an imaginary friend.  Sometimes, self-talk can be misinterpreted as a sign of mental illness. Self-talk in and of itself usually is not a…

Did you know? People with Down syndrome are at greater risk of complications from general anesthesia. Many people with Down syndrome will undergo anesthesia more frequently…

Did you know? Sensory processing challenges can affect people with Down syndrome of all ages. Sensory processing challenges are relatively common among adolescents and adults with…

Did you know? Several conditions that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) system are more common in people with Down syndrome. People with Down syndrome have several differences…

Did you know? Many people with Down syndrome prefer routine and repetition. Dennis McGuire, PhD, and Brian Chicoine, MD, used the phrase “the Groove” to describe…