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For more information about women with disabilities, visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service's section on women with disabilities at www.4woman.gov/wwd.

These organizations and publications funded by CDC also offer resources:

The Center for Research on Women with Disabilities at Baylor College of Medicine conducts research, evaluates interventions, and disseminates information on issues such as health, aging, civil rights, abuse, and independent living for women with disabilities.  Publications include the "National Study of Women With Physical Disabilities," "Guidelines for Physicians on Abuse and Women With Disabilities," and "Reproductive Health Care for Women With Disabilities." Visit www.bcm.tmc.edu/crowd or call (800)44-CROWD.

The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability is a national clearinghouse for a wide range of disability resources.  Visit www.ncpad.org or call (800) 900-8086.

The North Carolina Office on Disability and Health works to promote the health and wellness of persons with disabilities in North Carolina through policy, practice, and research.  A range of publications, including the ones listed below, are available at www.fpg.unc.edu/~ncodh/ or (919)966-0868.

"Provider's Guide for the Care of Women with Physical Disabilities & Chronic Medical Conditions" helps clinicians boost their care for women with disabilities with information on access, removing barriers, and comprehensive reproductive health care.

"Removing Barriers to Health Care:  A Guide for Health Professionals" gives health care providers specific steps to make medical facilities accessible and welcoming.  It includes ADA requirements, illustrations, and helpful tips.

"Removing Barriers:  Tips and Strategies to Promote Accessible Communication" provides detailed pointers on communicating effectively with people with a range of disabilities.

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The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) promotes the health of babies, children, and adults, and enhances the potential for full, productive living.  Our work includes identifying the causes of birth defects and developmental disabilities, helping children to develop and reach their full potential, and promoting health and well-being among people of all ages with disabilities.