This research paper examines assistive technology (AT) provision in humanitarian contexts, specifically in Bangladesh and Jordan. Through interviews and qualitative analysis framed by WHO's 5 Ps (Products, People, Provision, Place, Policy), the study identifies key gaps and challenges, highlighting the need for systematic integration of AT into humanitarian…
Disability inclusion in health responses to COVID-19 in the Eastern Mediterranean Region Results of a rapid assessment
A World Health Organization (WHO) survey in 2020 found rehabilitation services were some of the most disrupted services reported by countries.
This report is based on a rapid assessment, a unique endeavour to describe the status of disability inclusion in the COVID-19 health responses of countries in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region.
This report is based on a rapid assessment, a unique endeavour to describe the status of disability inclusion in the COVID-19 health responses of countries in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region.
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Publisher Name:
World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean
Publisher Website:
https://www.emro.who.int/countries.html
Publication Year:
2022
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Country or Region:
Eastern Mediterranean Region
Categories:
Awareness raising and advocacy, Evidence and data, Policy
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