New Tool Determines Health Risks of Social Interactions for People with IDD

New Tool Determines Health Risks of Social Interactions for People with IDD   As social isolation measures continue, people who live with IDD are more likely to experience serious problems like loneliness or even abuse or neglect. A new tool from Health Risk Screening, Inc. helps weigh the benefits of social interaction vs. the risks […]

5 Minutes in Healthcare РFeaturing Dr. Craig Escud̩

5 Minutes in Healthcare – Featuring Dr. Craig Escudé November 12, 2020 by Philip F. Jacobus, CEO of DOTmed.com Five Minutes in Healthcare is where I discuss current events with some of the industry’s most influential leaders, as well as innovative thinkers who are working to meet the challenges of the novel coronavirus. In this installment, […]

A Second Wave? How Parents of Children with Cognitive Disabilities Can Prepare

A Second Wave? How Parents of Children with Cognitive Disabilities Can Prepare Written by Dr. Craig Escudé, MD, FAAFP, FAADM Published by the Disability Tribune  Should we fear a second wave of COVID-19? I’d suggest preparing but keeping fear to a minimum. There are a few good reasons why we may be less likely to […]

Benefits of ELearning for Healthcare Professionals

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many things, including how we work and learn, interact as a society, and of course, the importance we place on good old TP. All jokes aside, professionals have begun to take a sudden new approach to industry-related training and learning. The good news? It may be for the best. Online […]

Protective Equipment and Persons with IDD

Although people might be getting a little weary of hearing about the COVID-19 pandemic, it is still a very real issue and we need to remain highly vigilant. That includes wearing protective equipment when appropriate. When should masks be worn and how do you safely put them on and off? The World Health Organization (WHO) […]