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Join us for an online webinar that will examine the needs of people with Down syndrome in health and how healthcare professionals can work together with people with Down syndrome to improve their health outcomes through knowledge and inclusive communication
The presentation will:
- Examine the current literature outlining the need for reform in health for people with intellectual disability.
- Recall common co-occurring medical concerns for people with Down syndrome
- Demonstrate the importance of language when referring to the person with Down syndrome
- Hear lived experiences of healthcare in Australia today
- Investigate effective communication to facilitate better health outcomes for people with Down syndrome
Presented by:
- Natalie Graham Health Program Manager DSA and Educator
- Rohan Fullwood DSA Health Ambassador
- Olivia Sidhu DSA Health Ambassador
Target audience: All health professionals, community organisations and anyone who has attended CESPHN Disability Events in the past.
If you need any accommodations, please contact our Intellectual Disability team on IntellectualDisability@cesphn.com.au