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Disability

Did you know?
The World Health Organization estimates that 80% of people with disabilities live in low-income countries where they have difficulties accessing health and rehabilitation services. In many countries disability is excluded from the public health and other social policies which would ideally support and protect people with disabilities. Stigma and discrimination are among the underlying factors thwarting the inclusion and full participation of people with disabilities in their societies.

Quiz

  1. Around the world, how many people live with disabilities?
  2. Universal Design is:
  3. In 1829, Louis Braille wrote an essential book and founded:
  4. The following are considered disabilities: AIDS, hyperactivity, drinking/drug problems.
  5. Which of the following is NOT true?
  6. The World Health Organization reports what percentage of people with disabilities live in low-income countries where they have difficulty accessing health and rehabilitation services:
  7. Assistive devices enable people with disabilities to enhance their functional abilities, and are hence better able to live independently and participate as equal citizens in their societies.. Which of the following is not considered an assistive device?
  8. The annual observance of the International Day of Disabled Persons aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. The day is: