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COVID-19 and Disability

Center:

PR-Institute on Developmental Disabilities, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2021

Contact Information:

Carmen Milagros Rodriguez
[email protected]
787-758-2525 x1492

Product Description:

The Coronavirus is a contagious disease that has caused death in many countries around the world. disability alone does not increase the risk of contracting COVID-19 but there may be an increased risk of infection due to your place of residence, such as long-term care facilities. People with DD may be at risk of infection from their contact with health care providers. Some studies show that some people with certain DD are more likely to contract the virus and with worse consequences.

Keyword(s):

COVID-19, vaccine, disabilities, contagious, risks

Product/Publication Type(s):

Electronic Products

Target Audience:

Consumers/Families, Professionals

Alternative Format:

Audio (cassette, audio file, etc.), Visual Format or Large Print, Language other than English

To Obtain Copies (URL or Email):

[email protected]

COVID-19 Related Data:

Yes