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Inclusive Health

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Despite severe need and higher health risks, people with intellectual disabilities (ID) are often denied health services and die on average 16 years sooner than the general population.

Athlete Leadership

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If we want a more inclusive organization and accepting world, Special Olympics athletes must be allowed to contribute in ways beyond the sports field. One of the most powerful ways we do this is through Athlete Leadership, which creates opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities to develop and demonstrate their abilities in leadership roles.

Flu Vaccine Information and Resources

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COVID-19 is spread the same way that the flu is spread. So this year, Special Olympics is sharing flu education materials provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help our athletes practice prevention from possible exposure to both the flu and COVID-19. Special Olympics encourages everyone to follow CDC recommendations to get a flu vaccine. Flu vaccination is especially important for people who are at high risk for getting the flu, many of whom are also at high risk for COVID-19. See below for a list of resources that we have created and shared with Special Olympics athletes, coaches, volunteers, families and others around the world.

12 Days of Inclusion

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12 Days of InclusionWe invite you to join us for Special Olympics’ 12 Days of Inclusion, a campaign celebrating the work we deliver around the globe to address the disparities faced by people with intellectual disabilities (ID) and build a more inclusive and accepting future. 12 Days of Inclusion will consist of daily acts of inclusion that you can participate in virtually.

Get a Vaccine: What You Need to Know

(Updated August 2025)Yearly vaccinations are important because they give you protection, strengthen your immune system, prevent serious illnesses and help protect others. Getting vaccinated every year keeps everyone safer and healthier. For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), staying up to date with yearly vaccinations is especially important to help prevent serious illness and support overall well-being.If you are located in the United States (U.S.), you can access vaccine information through the resources listed under the U.S. Guidance section. For tools and materials that are designed to be helpful for all other countries, please refer to the Global Resources section.

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Modern. Bold. Driven. These are words that Detroit is known for around the world. The city has a history of rising to the challenges of tomorrow with ingenuity and resolve. Special Olympics athletes are made of the same grit and determination characteristic of Motor City. Detroit is proud to have hosted the Special Olympics Unified Cup 2022.
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