Abstract
The stated mission of current public health activities is to prevent mortality, morbidity, and disability. Though this mission is a noble challenge, attention is now being drawn to that group of the public who are not prevented from living with a disability. This chapter seeks to redefine the functions of public health in the field of disability. It describes the changing demographics of disability and provides a framework for addressing the complex issues associated with defining disability. Finally, we outline a strategy for stronger and clearer public health presence to improve the health and well-being of people with disabilities.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 195-208 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | Annual Review of Public Health |
Volume | 24 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Aging
- Assessment
- Disability
- Functioning
- Measurement
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health