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How the Health Literacy Crisis affects people with disabilities Can you read an important prescription label? Do you understand a complicated diagnosis? Can you follow a doctor’s instructions? Health literacy is often discussed as an individual person’s ability to do these things. That definition is no longer sufficient. Today, health literacy is understood as both […]
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) is proud to announce our 2026 recipients of the Frederick J. Krause Scholarship on Health and Disability. This year we have the honor of awarding $1,000 scholarships to four students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees that advance the field of disability and health. All of the students were outstanding […]
It is hard to find any part of daily life that is not impacted by the growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI). That includes healthcare. Many organizations, governments, and businesses have promised the benefits of AI, especially as an assistive tool for people with disabilities. It’s important to assess and understand how AI can benefit our […]
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