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  • Temperature Regulation in People with Down Syndrome

    Article about differences in how the bodies of people with Down syndrome regulate temperature, possible causes, and strategies for recognizing overheating or cold sensitivity.

  • Common Characteristics of Adolescents and Adults with Down Syndrome

    Article about characteristics such as self-talk and the “Groove” that many (but not all) people with Down syndrome share.

  • Stories About GLP-1 Medications

    Visual stories that provide an overview of GLP-1 medications, explain why your doctor might want you to take one, and describe how to take one.

  • Health Passports

    Customizable forms designed to help individuals with Down syndrome communicate essential health history, preferences, supports, and needs during hospital visits or outpatient appointments.

  • Healthy Pace for Eating Visual

    Visual reminder to slow down while eating to improve digestion, safety, and mindful mealtime habits.

  • Understanding Men’s Health in Down Syndrome Webinar Recording

    Recording of a webinar that discusses mental health in Down syndrome, including unique conditions, recommended screenings, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices.

  • HPV and Cervical Cancer Screening in Women with Down Syndrome

    Article about HPV, cervical cancer risk, vaccination, and screening options for women with Down syndrome, including Pap tests, HPV testing, self-collection kits, and decision-making.

  • Lifestyle Medicine Pillars: Physical Activity

    Article about physical activity – one of the pillars of lifestyle medicine – and supporting individuals with Down syndrome in making healthy choices.

  • Resources on Healthy Ways to Manage Stress and Strong Emotions

    Collection of visuals and videos to help individuals with Down syndrome recognize and manage stress.

  • Finding and Working with a Mental Health Professional

    Article with suggestions for finding therapists, psychiatrists, or other mental health professionals with experience working with individuals with Down syndrome.

  • Vitamin B12 and Folate

    Article explaining the functions of vitamin B12 and folate in the body, differences in people with Down syndrome, and implications of these differences.

  • Puberty in Down Syndrome Webinar Recording

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    Recording of a webinar about changes individuals with Down syndrome experience during puberty. Resources for teaching about a range of puberty topics are provided.