Background Information

Health Disparities of People with IDD

The National Institutes for Health (NIH) recently designated people with disabilities as a population with health disparities. The designation formally recognizes what the disability community has long known: that people with disabilities experience poorer health outcomes compared to the general population.

Language Referring to People with IDD

The language we use matters.
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Health Disparities for People with IDD

Learn why health disparities exist for people with IDD and what you can do to help achieve inclusive health for all.

Making the Case: Health Care Providers

Practices that are particularly important when serving patients with IDD can help improve the quality of health care provided to all patients.
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