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October was first recognized as Down Syndrome Awareness month in the 1980s, and it has been recognized every October since! Down Syndrome is the most common type of intellectual disability, and it occurs when an individual is born with a full or partial extra copy of the 21st chromosome. According to the CDC, about 1 in every 640 babies born in the United States each year have Down Syndrome. Individuals with Down Syndrome attend school, work, participate in decisions that affect them, have meaningful relationships, and contribute to society in many wonderful ways. This month, Las Trampas is committed to celebrating individuals with Down Syndrome, recognizing their accomplishments, and spreading awareness! https://lnkd.in/e8Vakqni #downsyndromeawareness #downsyndromeawarenessmonth #DSAM

Did you know? In children, aged 0-4 years, approximately 70% of mild traumatic brain injuries 🧠are caused by falls. Join us in raising awareness and making a difference. Learn more about the "Watch Your Step" campaign here: https://lnkd.in/ee9txfu Together, we can help prevent brain injuries and support those on their recovery journey. #BIAM2024 #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth #OBIACanHelp #braininjury #braininjuryawareness #braininjuryrecovery #braininjurysupport #braininjuryresearch #braininjuryadvocate #traumaticbraininjury #acquiredbraininjury #concussionawareness #braininjurymatters

Living with Rett Syndrome means that everyday activities like holding a cup, taking a step, or even making eye contact can feel like climbing a mountain. This rare neurological disorder, mainly affecting young girls, transforms the simplest moments into incredible feats of resilience. Each day is a testament to their courage and strength, even as they face challenges that most of us take for granted. By raising awareness, we’re one step closer to finding solutions and supporting these extraordinary individuals and their families. Let’s work together for a world where they feel understood, supported, and empowered. 💜✨ Tell-A-Doc🩺, we connect, you consult, they cure💙 #rettsyndromeawareness #strengthineveryday #hopeforchange"

Transitions can be tricky for children with Down syndrome – and school is full of them. In our latest article, first published in 3.21 Magazine, Dr. Susan Fawcett helps you successfully navigate them. https://bit.ly/3Z1MVcY

A neurodevelopmental disorder, Rett syndrome impacts the entire family. This educational program, in partnership with Med Learning Group, dives into the challenges faced by caregivers as they aim for a better quality of life for their child. https://lnkd.in/esbk6MWF

👉 Learn more about Ontario Brain Injury Association's “Watch Your Step” campaign: https://lnkd.in/ee9txfu 👉 Check out the Neurotrauma Care Pathways for ideal care pathways & quality indicators across the care continuum for #concussion & moderate to severe #TBI: https://lnkd.in/guExCNaW #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth 

🧬 Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that can lead to physical features, intellectual disabilities, and medical conditions. At Reyna Group Home, we empower individuals with Down syndrome to reach their full potential through personalized care plans and skill-building programs. Join us in promoting inclusion and raising awareness. 🌟🤝 For more information on how we support individuals with Down syndrome and promote their independence and community integration, check out the first comment. #DownSyndromeAwareness #InclusionMatters #PromoteIndependence #FosterCommunityIntegration #CollaborateForSupport

The Long Road to Overcoming Adversity “We are capable of amazing things.”   Educating others about childhood apraxia of speech is very important.  Otherwise, a child might be misdiagnosed or not receive the correct treatment to succeed.  Kylie Shepard tells us about her frustrations as a child due to this exact problem.  Read her story and be inspired by how she eventually received the correct diagnosis and soared!    Read Kylie’s full story: https://lnkd.in/eGw-He2D   #findhope #givehope #apraxia #apraxiaawareness

In this episode, we chat with Jen, an FNP who's been grinding in addiction medicine for years but has recently made the jump from the hospital hustle to weight loss medicine. Despite following the Elite NP model, leaning on connections, and referring hospital patients, her profits aren’t quite where she’d like them to be. So,she teams up with Justin to brainstorm ways to grow her business without burning out. Tune in to hear how mixing up your clinical offerings can boost patient retention, solve staffing issues, and ultimately grow your profits. https://lnkd.in/emnq5E67

In this episode, we chat with Jen, an FNP who's been grinding in addiction medicine for years but has recently made the jump from the hospital hustle to weight loss medicine. Despite following the Elite NP model, leaning on connections, and referring hospital patients, her profits aren’t quite where she’d like them to be. So,she teams up with Justin to brainstorm ways to grow her business without burning out. Tune in to hear how mixing up your clinical offerings can boost patient retention, solve staffing issues, and ultimately grow your profits. https://lnkd.in/eT5pgzyb