Telehealth May Worsen Digital Divide for People With Disabilities(PWDs) – Accessibility News International

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A recently published JAMIA paper argues that design, implementation and policy considerations must be taken into account when developing virtual care technology. By Kat JercichNovember 23, 2020 Much has been made of telehealth’s potential to bridge the accessibility gap for those who may be otherwise underserved by the healthcare systems. But, experts said in a […]

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Telehealth May Worsen Digital Divide for People With Disabilities(PWDs) – Accessibility News, your Online Magazine Devoted to Disability Accessibility.

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Much has been made of telehealth’s potential to bridge the accessibility gap for those who may be otherwise underserved by the healthcare systems. But, experts said in a new paper published in the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association this past week, telehealth may also exacerbate inequities faced by the disability community. Read more […]

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Telehealth May Worsen Digital Divide for People With Disabilities(PWDs) – Accessibility News International

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A recently published JAMIA paper argues that design, implementation and policy considerations must be taken into account when developing virtual care technology. By Kat JercichNovember 23, 2020 Much has been made of telehealth’s potential to bridge the accessibility gap for those who may be otherwise underserved by the healthcare systems. But, experts said in a […]

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Minister Qualtrough Announces New Details on Proposed Financial Support for Persons With Disabilities(PWDs) During COVID-19 – Accessibility News, your Online Magazine Devoted to Disability Accessibility.

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Last month, the Government announced a series of measures to help Canadians with disabilities navigate the effects of the outbreak, including a one-time, tax-free, non-reportable payment of $600 to assist with additional expenses incurred during the pandemic. Read more athttp://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/minister-qualtrough-announces-new-details-on-proposed-financial-support-for-persons-with-disabilitiespwds-during-covid-19/ Related

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Minister Qualtrough Announces New Details on Proposed Financial Support for Persons With Disabilities(PWDs) During COVID-19 – Accessibility News International

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News provided byEmployment and Social Development Canada GATINEAU, QC, July 17, 2020 /CNW/ – The Government of Canada continues to take immediate, significant and decisive action to ensure that the needs of all Canadians are supported during the COVID-19 pandemic. Last month, the Government announced a series of measures to help Canadians with disabilities navigate […]

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