Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Disability

Disability is a term used to describe any physical or mental impairment that affects a person's ability to perform daily activities. It is a condition that can occur at any age, and may be caused by a wide range of factors, including genetic abnormalities, illness, injury, or environmental factors. People living wi…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 19× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2641-4538 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Disability is a term used to describe any physical or mental impairment that affects a person's ability to perform daily activities. It is a condition that can occur at any age, and may be caused by a wide range of factors, including genetic abnormalities, illness, injury, or environmental factors. People living with disabilities face unique challenges that can impact their health and well-being, as well as their opportunities for education, employment, and social engagement. It is estimated that over one billion people worldwide experience some form of disability, making it a significant public health issue. Public health initiatives are essential in addressing the health and social issues faced by people living with disabilities. This includes promoting access to healthcare, rehabilitation services, education, employment, and community-based programs. Such programs aim to enhance quality of life, independence, and social inclusion for individuals and families affected by disability. Addressing the needs of people living with disabilities requires a multi-disciplinary approach that involves healthcare providers, policymakers, educators, employers, and the wider community. Public health interventions that support the rights, needs, and aspirations of people living with disabilities can create a more inclusive and equitable society, where everyone can enjoy good health and well-being.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

2024

Splenectomy Reports

Exact topic Spleen And Liver Research doi:10.14302/issn.2578-2371.jslr-24-5157

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 19 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Disability, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Public Health International (ISSN 2641-4538).

Journal editorial board
Javad Javan-Noughabi · United Kingdom Evelyn O Talbott · United States Zainab Taha · United Arab Emirates

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