There has been a catastrophic failure globally to preserve the lives, health and rights of people with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. This has dramatically deepened pre-existing inequalities for people with disabilities. In fact, the World Health Organisation has identified people with disabilities as one of the most vulnerable populations in public health emergencies that is more significantly affected by the health, social and economic impacts of COVID-19.
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- Emergency management, Inclusion and access
- Author:
- Jane Edge
- Source:
- PBA
- Date published:
- Mon 6th Dec, 2021