https://www.specialolympics.org/tag/renee-dease Renee Dease Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/insights-from-focusing-on-the-invisible-davids-perspective-on-inclusive-health-research In recognition of World Health Day earlier this month, Renee Dease met with David Duncan, Special Olympics Jamaica Health Messenger and Chairman of Special Olympics International Global Athlete Leadership Council. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/insights-from-focusing-on-the-invisible-davids-perspective-on-inclusive-health-research https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/teaching-health-through-food-kaylas-passion-for-nutrition In celebration of National Nutrition Month, Renee Dease met with Special Olympics Michigan staff member, Health Messenger, and athlete, Kayla Cornell, to talk about how she empowers Special Olympics athletes to build healthier habits through practical cooking skills and nutrition education. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/teaching-health-through-food-kaylas-passion-for-nutrition https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/finding-strength-in-community-heathers-mental-health-journey In light of new research from Special Olympics Health published in JAMA Network Open, Renee Dease, a longstanding member of the Special Olympics movement, sat down with Special Olympics Wisconsin athlete and Health Messenger, Heather Holland, to talk about mental health, stigma, and the power of community. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/finding-strength-in-community-heathers-mental-health-journey https://www.specialolympics.org/eunice-kennedy-shriver/tributes/renee-dease Mrs. Shriver has touched my life and the lives of many all around the world. Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:01:01 GMT https://www.specialolympics.org/eunice-kennedy-shriver/tributes/renee-dease