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1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA. Gfk2@cdc.gov
Disability and Health Journal
|July 5, 2011
Summary
The World Health Organization and World Bank
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Disability Studies
- International Development
Background:
- The World Health Organization (WHO) and World Bank collaborated on the World Report on Disability.
- This report addresses the importance of disability globally and provides actionable recommendations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To inform governments about disability's significance.
- To analyze scientific information on disability.
- To offer national and international recommendations for action.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of scientific literature and data.
- Analysis of global disability prevalence and measurement.
- Examination of healthcare, rehabilitation, education, and employment policies.
Main Results:
- Highlights the strong link between disability and poverty.
- Identifies increased vulnerability among women, children, and individuals with mental health disabilities.
- Underscores the need for better data, policies, and programs in disability services.
Conclusions:
- The report provides a concise and readable overview of global disability issues.
- It showcases promising practices to guide policymakers.
- Essential reading for public health and disability studies professionals.
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