#112 - COVID, Delta, and Ds (with Dr. Andrew Nowalk)
Release Date: 09/02/2021
#204 - Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group (DSMIG) and Project Echo
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Dr. Brian Chicoine joined the podcast to talk about the Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group (DSMIG) and Project Echo. For more information on DSMIG: For more information on Project Echo: If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this...
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#203 - Child Life Specialists
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Child life specialists are specially trained to prepare children and family members for medical experiences and teach techniques to help reduce stress and anxiety. Stephanie Colaberardino, MS, CCLS, CIMI joined the podcast today to talk about how a Child Life Team can be helpful for patients with Down syndrome. Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Child Life Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Adaptive Care Team If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center,...
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#202 - Reflections From An Adult Sibling
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Author Debbie Miller joined the podcast today to discuss her life experiences with her sibling Rick. Debbie has written a memoir called Raising Ricky which can be found at: (book and audiobook) If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this podcast....
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#201 - Shoes and Orthotics (with Dr. Sarah Mann)
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Dr. Sarah Mann joined the podcast today to discuss foot issues in Down syndrome and the role for supportive shoes and orthotics. For more information on the Mann Method Therapy Network: If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this podcast.
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#200 - The Next Generation!
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
In honor of the 200th episode of the podcast, three very special guests joined the podcast today to share their memories and the impact that their Uncle Das has had on their lives.
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#199 - Update on Down Syndrome Regression Disorder (DSRD)
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Dr. Robyn Filipink, part of our Down Syndrome Center team, joined the podcast to talk about the latest information on Down Syndrome Regression Disorder. If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this podcast.
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#198 - Happy World Down Syndrome Day!
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Happy World Down Syndrome Day! Hug that special someone with Down syndrome who you love today! If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that provides the funding for the podcast recording equipment and hosting costs for this podcast.
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#197 - National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC)
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
The Executive Director of the National Down Syndrome Congress, Jim Hudson, joined the podcast to talk about the upcoming NDSC Convention and let us know about the important work that the organization is doing. For more information: NDSC NDSC Convention Registration NDSC Policy and Advocacy If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that...
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#196 - Advocacy 101
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Advocating for your loved one with Down syndrome can sometimes feel overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you do it effectively? Mitch Rothholz and Julie Gerhart-Rothholz joined the podcast today to share their experiences in advocacy, including experiencing their son Evan as he has become a powerful self-advocate himself. FIND YOUR LEGISLATORCongress: HELPFUL NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONSNDSC: NDSC NDAC: NDSS: Global...
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#195 - 2025 Update - Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh!
Down Syndrome Center Podcast
Cherese Sandrock (Executive Director) and Greg Coni (Board President) of the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh joined the podcast today to let us know about what's coming up for our local Pittsburgh community in 2025! Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh (DSAP) E-mail: Phone: If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to . If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit . We are thankful for the generous donation from Caring for Kids – The Carrie Martin Fund that...
info_outlineDr. Nowalk joined to talk about the Delta variant outbreak and the potential impact for people with Down syndrome.
Pittsburgh Vaccine Trials Unit
https://covid19research.pitt.edu/pvtu
CDC COVID Data
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html