The World Health Organization/World Bank’s first World Report on Disability
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In June, 2011 at the United Nations (UN) in New York City, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank launched the first World Report on Disability. This short overview of the Report provides information about its purpose, development and content, intended audiences, and outcomes. Special attention is directed to the sections of the Report which address telerehabilitation and information and communication technology.
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دوره 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011