Good health with Down Syndrome

As people age and move away from pediatric care, the tendency is to pay less attention to quality health care. But that doesn't have to be the case. The book The guide to good health for teens & adults with Down syndrome can help families and/or service providers find quality physicians that will continue providing excellent health care for teens and adults with Down syndrome.

Important points discussed in this book include: Characteristics of Down syndrome that can affect health care; More commonly occurring medical issues; The connection between mental & physical health; Long term health and well being throughout the lifespan; Advance directives and end of life issues and more.

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