Equal Access to Healthcare for People with Disabilities
This act aims to ensure that people with disabilities have the same access to healthcare services as other citizens. This means health programs will need to consider their needs, including facility accessibility and appropriate communication tools. As a result, people with disabilities will find it easier to access medical care, improving their health and quality of life.
Key points
Inclusion of people with disabilities in health programs, ensuring equal access to services.
Requirement to provide accessible healthcare services, including appropriate communication devices and aids for people with disabilities.
Expansion of the definition of at-risk populations to include people with disabilities, including those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Expired
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