Health
USA Games Attracts Media Coverage for its Health Work at USA Games
Thank you to the media outlets that elevated Special Olympics Health across earned media, partner content, and owned channels while capturing compelling athlete and volunteer stories during the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
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๐๐ค๐ซ๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ค๐ฌ๐จ - Episode 13: Novie Learns the Basics of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
In this special episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, we looked back on the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, held 20 โ 26 June in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Centered primarily at the University of Minnesota, USA Games were more than a competition; they were a powerful celebration of ability.Download the Transcript
Why Athlete Voices Matter in Research: David Egan on SO-Link and Inclusive Health Research
In lead-up to the launch of a new Special Olympics initiative, SO-Link (Linking Athletes with Scientific Opportunities), I met with Special Olympics Virginia athlete David Egan to talk about the importance of including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in research.
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Special Olympics and Lions Clubs International Foundation Unite to Provide Content Service During Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026
An experienced team of creators is set to produce high-quality photos, videos and features of the participant delegations during the event from 6 โ 11 July.
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Journey to the CupโInclusion On and Off the Field
In this series, meet the athletes, Unified partners, coaches, and officials whose journeys to Paris are filled with determination, friendship, and inclusion.
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A Milestone for Inclusive Health: Special Olympics Healthy Athletesยฎ Kicks off at the 2026 USA Games
Special Olympics Healthy Athletesยฎ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony marks the opening of Healthy Athletes screenings at the 2026 USA Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Marquel Russell Shines at USA Games, Eyes 2027 Special Olympics World Games in Santiago
Marquel Russell stands near the starting line and does a box jump to relax his muscles.
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ESPN Highlights Special Olympics Healthy Athletesยฎ at USA Games
ESPN visited Special Olympics Healthy Athletesยฎ speaking with athletes, volunteers, and Special Olympics staff about the seven free, accessible health screening disciplines offered,
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KARE 11 Spotlights Mental Health at USA Games through Special Olympics Strong Minds
KARE 11 visited Special Olympics Strong Minds to hear from USA Games athletes and volunteers about how the screening aims to address the mental health disparities faced by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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