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Exercise for a Healthier Life: Encouraging Physical Activity in Children with Down Syndrome

Children with Down syndrome have been reported to participate in less physical activity than other…

Kim WarrenFebruary 14, 2024

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Weight Management Recommendations for Youth with Down Syndrome: Expert Recommendations

A workgroup of clinicians and researchers with extensive experience working with youth with DS came…

Kim WarrenJune 15, 2023

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Obesity, Weight Loss Medications

Question: What are your thoughts about medications to treat obesity in a patient who has…

Capetivate capetivateJuly 11, 2022

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Supporting a Happy, Healthy Adolescence for Young People with Down Syndrome and Other Intellectual Disabilities: Recommendations for Clinicians

Purpose of Review: To review clinical updates and current healthcare issues for adolescents with Down…

Rigsby RigsbyApril 27, 2022

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Co-occurring Medical Conditions in Adults with Down Syndrome

Adults with Down syndrome (DS) represent a unique population who are in need of clinical…

Rigsby RigsbyApril 5, 2022

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