Learn About Disability and Health

DHDS

Researchers, public health practitioners, and persons interested in the wellbeing of adults with disabilities can use Disability and Health Data System (DHDS) in their efforts to improve the health of adults with disabilities.

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Disability & Physical Activity

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People with disabilities can find it more difficult to eat healthy, control their weight, and be physically active.

Inclusive Communities

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Visit the CDC’s Inclusive Healthy Communities Model (IHCM) webpages and learn how you can apply IHCM in your community to promote inclusion and accessibility, and to reduce health disparities.

State Profiles

These fact sheets provide an overview of disability in each state compared to national estimates.