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An often-neglected population, those with disabilities—visible and invisible—face unique challenges related to physical and mental health.

02.05.2024 abstract image of multi-colored stripes on black background, representing multiple perspectives, which is required by co-research

Co-Research: Inclusion and Impact

Co-researchers' perspectives and insights help drive research focus areas and emphasize the commitment to addressing health issues that matter to their community.

Guest Authors Ashley Scott, Eden Rapp

12.04.2023 Linegraph depicting probability of reporting at least one disability among U.S. adults, stratified by age and gender

Disability Among Transgender Adults

Transgender adults are more likely to report a disability than their cisgender counterparts, likely as a result of chronic stress.

Fellow Kara Schmidt

09.15.2023 line graph depicting trends in medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) use over time

Access and Accessibility in Opioid Treatment

Opioid use disorder treatment has steadily increased among American adults, but treatment use remains consistently lower for those adults with disabilities.

Fellow Adna Jaganjac

09.08.2023 Alice Wong headshot

Alice Wong

Alice Wong is an activist, writer, and author. She discusses her recent book, Disability Visibility: First-Person Stories from the Twenty-First Century, what it means to be an activist, and the importance of diverse perspectives in storytelling.

Fellow Sean Hagan