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PRESENTATIONS FROM NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME EXPERT, DR. BRIAN SKOTKO
January 23, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
PRESENTATIONS FROM NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME EXPERT, DR. BRIAN SKOTKO
Saturday, January 23, 2021 2-4:00pm
Virtual Event
Topic 1: Brain Train: Smart Actions That Might Boost Cognition andPrevent Alzheimer’s Disease in People with Down Syndrome
Dr. Skotko reveals his recommendations, which must meet all of thefollowing criteria: (a) supported, in part, by quality science, (b) havepractical applications for home, (c) be adaptable to people with Down syndrome,and (d) pose no risk to people with Down syndrome. This is not a presentationon how best to educate people with Down syndrome nor is it a presentation aboutsupplements or nutraceuticals. Instead, Dr. Skotko provides a set of actionsthat caregivers can take that might improve the long-term wellness for theirloved one with Down syndrome. Attendees will come away with immediate stepsthat can be implemented in their homes.
Topic 2: Keeping Children and Adolescents with Down SyndromeHealthy: All the Medical Updates that Parents Need to Know
In this presentation, Dr. Skotko provides answers and action stepsstemming from the latest clinical research based on his clinical experience inthe Down Syndrome Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. The goal is toeducate parents so they can anticipate common medical conditions that mayimpact individuals with Down syndrome. Please register at https://cdspg.kindful.com/e/webinars-from-brian-skotko-md-mpp Sponsored by the Chesapeake Down Syndrome Parent Group (CSDPG)
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