22 - 25 Feb 2026 | Los Angeles

How Special Olympics Is Advancing Global Health Equity for People with Intellectual Disabilities

About this Session:

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face significant health disparities around the world. Special Olympics is working to close this gap through digital transformation, research, and inclusive technology design. Learn how Special Olympics is advancing global health equity for athletes with IDD, including the development of MedBuddy, a prototype designed to improve communication between clinicians and patients. By applying universal design principles, Special Olympics is helping shape healthcare technology that is more accessible, effective, and equitable, ultimately building stronger health systems that benefit everyone

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USA Event Dates

2026 | HLTH: Nov 15 – 18 | Las Vegas | Register | Sponsor
2027 | ViVE: Mar 14 – 17 | Nashville | Be First to Know | Sponsor
2027 | HLTH: Oct 17 - 20 | Las Vegas, NV

Europe Event Dates

2027 | HLTH Europe: June 21 - 24 | Amsterdam
2028 | HLTH Europe: June 19 - 22 | Amsterdam

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