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Information for Medical Professionals

…following article. Driscoll DJ, Miller JL, Cassidy SB. Prader-Willi Syndrome. [Updated 2023 Mar 9]. In: Adam MP, Mirzaa GM, Pagon RA, et al., editors. GeneReviews® [Internet]. Seattle (WA): University of Washington, Seattle; 1993-2023. In particular, Figure 1 shows the comprehensive testing strategy to diagnose Prader-Willi syndrome and to establish the genetic mechanism. Guides for Doctors: Consensus Documents An overview of the most common and serious medical issues affecting people with PWS and to provide a…

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Diagnosis: giving access to the best start in life

My name is Nikolinka Yordanova. I am a pediatric endocrinologist and core specialist of our PWS Multidisciplinary team at the First Pediatric Clinic, University Hospital “Sveta Marina“ in Varna, Bulgaria. The head of our Department, Prof. Violeta Iotova has collaborated with the BIRD Foundation since the early 2000s. There are currently 20 patients in our center (16 children and four adults), half of them are confirmed through testing at BIRD, which is funded by IPWSO….

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Gastro-intestinal problems

…to be more rounded. If food is not emptied quickly enough, the stomach can look rounded (distended) and feel “too firm” to the touch. On the other hand, for those who are taking growth hormone medication and are therefore leaner, the stomach can already feel “firm” to the touch. Print Friendly Useful links: Evaluation of Individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome with GI Complaints: The GI algorithm, PWSA |USA Constipation in Individuals with PWS, an overview by…

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Sponsorship opportunities

…will host the 6th International PWS Caregivers’ Conference from May 21 to 23, 2024, in Berlin, Germany. Based on past Caregivers’ Conferences, we anticipate over 100 in person delegates from Europe and around the world. Most delegates will be professional caregivers working with adults, children and young people with PWS. Some medical and allied health professionals are also expected. IPWSO will circulate information about the conference to its contacts in more than 120 countries and…

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Prader-Willi syndrome and Duty of Care

…confidence, using fewer simple words and directions. They respond poorly to yelling, fast speech or long conversations and directions. Requesting their assistance and giving them “responsibility” will appeal to their desire to please, and help develop self confidence. Remember, people with PWS are concrete thinkers. Promises or suggestions that can be perceived as promises, must be doable and realistic with no room for “underlying messages” or insinuation. People with PWS are anxious and sensitive and…

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THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD!

…CEO, will be moving on too. Marguerite has solidified IPWSO’s standing in the international community; her passion, dedication and commitment has enabled IPWSO to make huge strides and she’ll be leaving us with a strong vision and deeply embedded values that promote equality, global solidarity, collaboration, and evidence-based research. She will, no doubt, be sorely missed! Our job now is to find someone that can rise to the challenge of helping deliver IPWSO’s strategic plan…

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After the Diagnosis, Relief and Acceptance

…to enjoy her early childhood and to go along with the necessary therapies (Vojta therapy, sensorimotor therapy, Feldenkrais method, etc, etc.) When she was three years old she made her first steps… At this time there was just a little knowledge of Prader-Willi syndrome. Finally, the suspicion was confirmed and we had a plan: to look for knowledge and to be more prepared to accept and manage this rare diagnosis. In 1998, with the help…

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Travel Scholarships

…Sponsorship Opportunities Conference Terms and Conditions Scholarships Depending on availability of funds, IPWSO offers scholarships to attend our conferences. Contact us to keep up to date with conferences, workshops, meetings, and scholarship grants. Future conferences Has your Association thought about hosting an IPWSO conference? In the past these have been held in the Netherlands, Norway, Italy, USA, New Zealand, Romania, Taiwan, UK, Canada, Cuba and most recently Ireland. In 2025 we are delighted to be…

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Reporting to our members

…world could exchange information and support and have a united global voice under one umbrella. Information for Families Find useful guides, research and information to help families manage PWS. Information for Medical Professionals The latest medical and scientific research and information, plus guides into common medical issues affecting people with PWS. Information for Professional Caregivers Sharing international knowledge among professional service providers throughout the world. What is PWS? Translated Guides Find support in my country…

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Information for
Families

Find useful guides, research and information to help families manage PWS.

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Information for Medical Professionals

The latest medical and scientific research and information, plus guides into common medical issues affecting people with PWS.

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What is PWS?

Prader-Willi syndrome is a complex genetic condition. Various studies have shown that between 1 in 15,000 to 25,000 children are born with Prader-Willi syndrome.