Inclusive Health
Portrait of a Health Leader: Meet Herith
Herith Suleiman deeply understands the needs of people with intellectual disabilities. Why? Because Herith himself has intellectual disabilities.
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Senegal Athletes Lead Workshops on Handwashing, Hygiene
This work is crucial, especially in the continuing fight to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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From Fear of Sports to Health Through Sports: Fahsai’s Story
When Fahsai Saejang was born, her diagnosis—Down Syndrome and a hole in her heart—came as a shock.
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Starkey and Special Olympics International Create Global Partnership to Increase Hearing Health for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Starkey and Special Olympics signed a global partnership agreement today that increases access to hearing health services worldwide for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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Special Olympics Delegates Make Virtual Visit to Capitol Hill to Advocate for Critical Funding and Inclusion
Special Olympics athletes, organization leaders, Unified Sports partners, family members, and supporters from across the United States will engage virtually on February 9 and 10 for Special Olympics’ annual “Capitol Hill Day.”
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Special Olympics Alaska Athlete Uses Platform to Promote Healthy Lifestyle
Abdul-Jillil gets ready to host her "Afternoons with Ayesha" segment, helping athletes stay fit and connected virtually.
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Ending Health Disparities for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Ahead of the International Day of People with Disabilities, Special Olympics—with support from Golisano Foundation—convened global experts to discuss the policies, practices and programming that are urgently needed to eradicate the gross health disparities that exist for people with intellectual disabilities.
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FanSided Shines a Spotlight on School of Strength
The following is an excerpt from the article titled Special Olympics’ School of Strength is Going Worldwide published on FaniSided.com.
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MLB Network Talks About Launch of Latest Special Olympics Fitness Campaign: Escuela de Fuerza
MLB Network Talks About Launch of Latest Special Olympics Fitness Campaign: Escuela de Fuerza
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American Physical Therapy Association Summit Features Keynote Address from Special Olympics Chief Health Officer
Special Olympics Chief Health Officer Dr. Alicia Bazzano addressed members of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) at the Future of Physical Therapy Summit.
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