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Health > Children > Conditions and Diseases > Genetics and Birth Defects > Prader-Willi Syndrome

Provides health resources on Prader-Willi syndrome, including information on the cause, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.


Canadian Prader-Willi Syndrome Organization

This site provides information on the Canadian Prader-Willi Syndrome Organization, the characteristics of the Prader-Willi syndrome, as well as links to other assocations within Canada.
Source:     Canadian Prader-Willi Syndrome Organization

OPWSA: What is Prader-Willi Syndrome?

Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a genetic condition which is generally caused by a deletion in Chromosome 15. The site provides information on the symptoms or characteristics of PWS and the interventions or treatments.
Source:     Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association

Syndrome de Prader-Willi

This site provides information on Prader-Willi syndrome including the prevalence, the physical, developmental and behavioural characteristics, the associated difficulties, the causes and treatment. (Site available in French only.)
Source:     Centre de réadaptation en déficience intellectuelle Montérégie-Est