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Oral Health: 3 International Updates & Actions by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S inspired by the Dysphagia Research Society (DRS) Annual Conference in Philadelphia, PA & the session on March 28, 2025 titled: “Raising the Profile of Dysphagia on the... Read More
Dysphagia Management: From Evidence to Implementation with B-O-L-U-S By Phyllis M. Palmer, PhD, CCC-SLP & Aaron H. Padilla, MS, CCC-SLP Editor: Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Introduction & Editor’s Note When I read: “Risk of an... Read More
What Does Aspiration Precautions Mean? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Many hospitals, rehabilitation centers and nursing facilities use the term Aspiration Precautions. Doctors order Aspiration Precautions. Does it make the patient safer... Read More