As the ability to treat problems associated with Down’s syndrome has improved, the life of people with Down’s syndrome has improved remarkably. Yet many people with Down’s syndrome have health problems that are either unidentified or not being treated correctly. Being vigilant in managing the healthcare of a person with Down’s syndrome can optimise not only their physical health but also their mental and social wellbeing. Some common problems that are overlooked in the health of people with Down’s syndrome are: Thyroid problems Thyroid issues occur in around 10% of people with Down’s syndrome. Most people with Down’s syndrome have […]
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Unrecognised health problems in people with Down’s Syndrome
By Stuckey • March 19th, 2014Coeliac Disease and Bone Health: A New Study Looking for Your Help
By Stuckey • March 12th, 2014We know that there are several factors which may lead to weak bones or osteoporosis, including difficulty absorbing nutrients and minerals such as calcium. Sometimes a low bone density is the only sign that the gut is not absorbing properly. For this reason the Keogh Institute for Medical Research is investigating bone health and osteoporosis treatment in coeliac disease. This is an on-line questionnaire which should take only 15 minutes to complete. It has been approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee of Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. You don’t need to have coeliac disease to participate in this study. The […]
