Health
7,000 Pairs of Shoes Donated for 2019 World Games Athletes
Longtime athlete and Special Olympics employee organizes initiative to address a global need.
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Making Inclusive Health a Reality
Vice Admiral Jerome M. Adams, Surgeon General of the Unites States presented with Special Olympics at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting in San Diego!
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Health Messengers Are Creating Healthy Communities
Health Messengers are Special Olympics athletes who have been trained to serve as a health and wellness leaders, educators, advocates and role models within their communities.
Safilo Proudly Commits to New Three-Year Partnership with Special Olympics International
1.2 million frames and sunglasses donated to athletes over 15 years.
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Inclusive Health Can Prevent Diabetes and Save Lives
Mallory Morris is a twenty-four year old Special Olympics who competes in volleyball, basketball, softball, and track and field in her hometown of Manhattan, Kansas.
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Generous Gift Funds Nation’s First Institute to Teach Nurses to Care for People with Developmental Disabilities
Tom Golisano, founder of the Golisano Foundation, is a long-time supporter of Special Olympics and its mission to creating inclusive health for people with intellectual disabilities.
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Breast Cancer Awareness
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Special Olympics Healthy Communities promoting awareness.
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James Pierce Regains His Smile
James Pierce, a 42 year old Special Olympics athlete from Kentucky with Down syndrome, was recently referred to the Henry Hood medical center for care.
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Athlete lead fitness initiative helps Team Texas get ready for competition!
The following submission comes from Special Olympics New Hampshire athlete Parker Thornton.
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Choosing a Fit Life: Every Day Counts
SO athlete Daniel Smrokowski, Chicago Cubs Kyle Hendricks and his wife Emma Hendricks shared their motivations and daily routines.
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