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U.S. Surgeon General Issues First Call to Action on Disability

Internet URL

http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2005pres/20050726.html  

Sponsoring Agency

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Description

This news release announces the release by the U.S. Surgeon General of the first Call to Action on disability. Developed by the Surgeon General in collaboration with the HHS Office on Disability, the Call to Action describes the particular challenges to health and well being faced by persons of all ages with disabilities and identifies four goals that, together, can help people with disabilities experience full, rewarding and above all healthy lives as contributing members of their communities.

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Review Date

5/23/2007

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