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News by Topic: People with disabilities

National Council on Disability: Meetings; Sunshine Act Federal Register

Apr 19, 2024 - The National Council on Disability will hold a virtual quarterly business meeting on May 9, 2024, from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Eastern. Agenda items include reports from the Executive Committee and Chair, policy updates, policy proposals for fiscal year 2025, a presentation by the Intertribal Disability Advisory Council (IDAC) on living with a disability on tribal lands, a public comment session focused on public facilities and public transportation, and Council Member training on National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) requirements. Registration is required.

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Millions of Americans Will Soon Lose Internet Access. That's a Disaster For Rural Health.

Mar 5, 2024 - Highlights projected impacts to rural health following the end of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Discusses concerns about equity for patients using telehealth, particularly for rural residents and people with disabilities.

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Floridians Living in Rural Areas Say They Have Less Access to Special Needs Care

Mar 1, 2024 - Discusses the lack of specialty care for rural Florida residents with disabilities. Notes impacts on success in school for children who have to frequently travel long distances to care.

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Rural Georgians with Disabilities Need More Medical Equipment. A Nonprofit Partnership Is Helping

Feb 26, 2024 - Highlights nonprofits and Centers for Independent Living in Georgia partnering to offer access to medical equipment for rural people with disabilities.

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