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Landmark study finds adult Delawareans with disabilities in only 'fair' to 'poor' health

One of every seven adult Delawareans has at least one disability, and the general health of these residents with disabilities is only "fair"� to "poor," according to a landmark study conducted by University of Delaware researchers.

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