Marijke, I found this article to be fascinating, and disturbing at the same time. I have to admit I did not know most of the medical issues you covered that occur with DS. You are so right. We must do better. They do have special needs that need attention just like the rest of the aging population. Thank you for this education!
I learned about the Alzheimer's connection many years ago, when my brother started showing subtle signs of dementia. But very few people I mention it to, including physicians, know about it.
Marijke, I found this article to be fascinating, and disturbing at the same time. I have to admit I did not know most of the medical issues you covered that occur with DS. You are so right. We must do better. They do have special needs that need attention just like the rest of the aging population. Thank you for this education!
I learned about the Alzheimer's connection many years ago, when my brother started showing subtle signs of dementia. But very few people I mention it to, including physicians, know about it.