The Americans with Disabilities Act | ADA.gov
WEBThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects people with disabilities from discrimination. Disability rights are civil rights. From voting to parking, the ADA is a law that protects people with disabilities in many areas of public life.
Disability and Health - People with Disabilities | CDC
WEBThis web page provides information for people with disabilities about healthy living, safety, school, transitions, independent living, and finding support.
Disability - World Health Organization (WHO)
WEBMar 7, 2023 · WHO fact sheet on disability and health provides key facts and information on unmet needs for health care, secondary conditions, how lives of disabled people affected, barriers to health care and WHO response.
Guide to Disability Rights Laws - ADA.gov
WEBFeb 28, 2020 · A brief overview of ten Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities and the Federal agencies to contact for more information.
Your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
WEBGet a detailed introduction to the ADA. Find out how it affects businesses and organizations and serves people with disabilities. The ADA information line answers questions about ADA requirements and how they apply to your situation. Call 1 …
Disability and Health Overview | CDC - Centers for Disease …
WEBWhat is disability? A disability is any condition of the body or mind (impairment) that makes it more difficult for the person with the condition to do certain activities (activity limitation) and interact with the world around them (participation restrictions).
Introduction to the Americans with Disabilities Act | ADA.gov
WEBThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities.
8 facts about Americans with disabilities - Pew Research Center
WEBJul 24, 2023 · Overall, there are about 42.5 million Americans with disabilities, making up 13% of the civilian noninstitutionalized population, according to U.S. Census Bureau data from 2021. This group includes people with hearing, vision, cognitive, walking, self-care or independent living difficulties.
Disability - World Health Organization (WHO)
WEBSep 9, 2024 · An estimated 1.3 billion people – or 1 in 6 people worldwide – experience significant disability. Persons with disabilities die earlier, have poorer health, and experience more limitations in everyday functioning than the …
Know Your Rights | Disability Rights | ACLU - American Civil …
WEBPeople with disabilities face widespread discrimination, segregation, and exclusion. But federal disability rights laws can provide protection. (Updated October 2023 to reflect additions regarding online hiring and digital discrimination.)