2021 Trends
Urinary Tract Infections rising. In the first half of 2021, Summit County had approximately 27 Unanticipated Hospitalizations related to infections. 67% of those infections were due to Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). Read More ›
Archives by Year: 2021
Customized MUI Training Opportunities
Would you like Summit DD to conduct MUI training for your staff? Summit DD is happy to help! We provide in-person or virtual trainings of the MUI Rule and other MUI-specific topics upon request. We can accommodate any size group and can even come to you for the training. Find out how to book a training for your staff.
BinaxNOW Rapid Tests Available
BinaxNOW test kits may be distributed directly to ICFs/Providers. These tests are provided to DODD by the Ohio Department of Health for redistribution and are available while supplies last. Read More ›
Fall Prevention
Direct support professionals (DSPs) are uniquely positioned to actively assess a person with disabilities’ risks for falling and to support them to get assistance and teach them prevention strategies. Falls were the second leading cause of accidental deaths for Ohioans with developmental disabilities in 2020. Read this alert about preventing falls. Read More ›
