Disabled World
Disabled World (DW) is a leading online resource serving the disability community across America and beyond. We address the diverse challenges and experiences faced by 70 million American adults with disabilities and 1.3 billion people worldwide - approximately 16% of the global population. Guided by our slogan, Towards Tomorrow, we remain committed to fostering progress and empowerment for all. Each December 3rd, International Day of Persons with Disabilities underscores the importance of the awareness and advocacy work we pursue year-round.
While DW focuses primarily on disability issues, resources, and viewpoints in the United States - delivering content, policies, and services tailored specifically for American audiences - we also cover key global disability topics to give you a complete picture of what's happening internationally.
DW has been an independent, unbiased publisher since 2004. We're committed to providing people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, and researchers with reliable news, comprehensive disability data, and peer-reviewed scholarly papers. What sets us apart is our unique approach that blends hard facts with real-world experiences, making our content both informative and genuinely relatable.
Our mission is straightforward: ensure everyone has access to free information and resources. Beyond publishing our own studies, articles, and polls, we also share material from credible sources including universities, government agencies, and disability organizations.
Low FODMAP Diets: A Guide to Digestive Health & Wellness - Paper explains how FODMAPs affect digestion and how low FODMAP diets help IBS symptoms in general populations, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Health Informatics: Transforming Healthcare Through Technology and Data - Health informatics combines healthcare and IT to improve patient outcomes, streamline care, and increase accessibility - especially for seniors and disabled.
Gerontechnology: Bridging Innovation and Aging for an Inclusive Future - Gerontechnology merges aging science with tech innovation, empowering seniors and people with disabilities to live independently with dignity and connection.
AI-Powered Scams: The New Frontier of Fraud - Learn how AI-powered scams including voice synthesis and deepfakes target vulnerable populations, with particular risks for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Disability Loans & Grants - Financial assistance programs available for low-income families, seniors, and disabled students.
Famous People with Disabilities: Lists of well-known people with various disabilities and conditions who contributed to society.
Awareness Ribbon Colors - Guide to awareness ribbon colors for health, medical conditions, disability, and other causes.
Adult Height to Weight Chart - Ideal weight-to-height ratio for adult females and males.
Child to Teen Height to Weight Ratio Charts - Average height-to-weight ratios for children and teens organized by age.
List of Currently Incurable Diseases - Comprehensive list of currently incurable diseases, including genetic, autoimmune, infectious, and chronic conditions that have no known cure.
Why Boxers Face the Shortest Lifespan Among Athletes - Study reveals boxers have a reduced life expectancy of 67.7 years due to cumulative injuries, highlighting significant health risks in contact sports.
Project 2025: A Potential Reshaping of Disability Rights in America - This article focuses on the key points of Project 2025 and its potential impact on the disability community.