Health
Most people with Down's syndrome Define Down's syndrome enjoy good health and quality of life. People with Down's syndrome live active, satisfying lives well into middle age and beyond.
Certain health problems are more common in people with Down's syndrome. These are mostly treatable.
It is important for anyone with Down's syndrome to have regular health checks and early treatment as children, teenagers and adults, as well as good medical care and support in older age.
Down's Syndrome Scotland has staff who specialise in health and has a range of health-related publications for people with learning disabilities, for parents and carers and professionals.
Related Websites
- Contact a Family
- www.cafamily.org.uk
- Down's Heart Group
- www.onelist.com/subscribe/Downs-Heart
- Down's Syndrome Medical Interest Group
- www.dsmig.org.uk
- Life Support Productions
- www.lifesupportproductions.co.uk
- Patient UK
- www.patient.co.uk
- Primary Care Electonic Library
- www.pcel.info