Join us for a special Nurses Week presentation as University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) alumna Anne Williams, DNP '12, MS '86, BSN '82, RN, vice president, health services and education, and Justin Hunsinger, health engagement coordinator, both from Special Olympics International, address the four pillars of the Special Olympics' PATH to Health Equity for people with intellectual disabilities. All UMB faculty, staff, students, and alumni are invited to attend.
Wednesday, May 10
11 a.m. - noon
In person in UMSON Room 430 and virtual
A link will be provided upon registration.
Despite severe needs and higher health risks, people with intellectual disabilities (ID) lack equitable access to health services and die, on average, 20 years earlier than the general population. Their lack of access results in health disparities related to cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes. Through its PATH program, Special Olympics works toward equitable access to quality health services for this often-overlooked population.