Join All of Us and the American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Devon Anderson in this call for a person-centered approach to healthcare, aiming to bridge the gap in access and quality of care specifically for individuals with disabilities.

This compelling video sheds light on the prevalence of chronic health conditions, mental distress, and disparities faced by this community, exacerbated by physical and environmental barriers in healthcare facilities. This highlights the urgent need for collaboration among healthcare providers, policymakers, advocacy organizations, and individuals with disabilities to promote equitable access and inclusive practices.

Further, learn about the importance of advocating for research studies focusing on disability health needs, in order to amplify the voices of the disability community and uphold disability rights within healthcare settings and society at large.

To find out more about transparent, inclusive, and impactful research practices that benefit us all, visit @

Bio: Devon Anderson serves as the engagement coordinator for the American Association on Health and Disability. She has nearly 15 years of experience working within education and advocacy. As someone living with invisible disabilities, her passion for disability justice and accessibility combined with her experience in higher education allows her to succeed in both outreach and engagement with partners across many aisles.

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This video was made possible by our partners at @allofuscalifornia1935@allofusca and @SciStarter and is funded by the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Cooperative Agreement Number U24LM014070 with the University of Iowa, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, and the University of Pittsburgh, Health Sciences Library System.