Asia-Pacific: Publications and Resources

Summary: Our "Disability News for Asia and Pacific Regions" section compiles a diverse array of articles, news stories, and research papers addressing disability-related issues across Asia and the Pacific. Topics range from health concerns, such as the high prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in China due to smoking and air pollution, to societal initiatives like efforts to create an accessible Kathmandu Valley. The collection also highlights policy developments, including Hong Kong's support for employees with disabilities. In addition, these publications cover a wide range of topics, including accessibility initiatives, healthcare advancements, educational opportunities, and policy changes affecting individuals with disabilities. The content provides valuable insights into regional challenges and progress, featuring stories on innovative assistive technologies, inclusive employment practices, and cultural shifts in disability perception. These resources serve as informative tools for researchers, policymakers, advocates, and individuals with disabilities, offering practical knowledge and fostering a deeper understanding of disability rights and inclusion in the Asia-Pacific context.

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Asia-Pacific: Publications and Resources
Title of Document	Paper Author	Peer Review	Preface / Postface	Reference Number	Publish Date	Updated / Revised
Almost 100M Adults Have COPD in China Mainly Due to Smoking and Air Pollution	Tulane University			DW-A013389	2018/04/10
Collective Endeavors Towards Creating an Accessible Kathmandu Valley	Krishna Gahatraj			DW-A012993	2017/09/07
Hong Kong Businesses Support Employees with Disabilities	GovHK			DW-A011749	2015/12/02	2017/12/23
People with Disabilities in Hong Kong Twice as Likely to Face Poverty	South China Morning Post			DW-A011134	2015/01/19	2018/04/11
Asian Tsunami 2004: SAARC Academia Marks 10th Anniversary	Tsunami Decade Summit			DW-A011047	2014/12/31	2021/09/24
Japan Funds Disability Project in Jenin Refugee Camp	Palestine News & Information Agency			DW-A010753	2014/10/30	2017/12/23
Bill to Provide Accessible Pedestrian Traffic Signals	Manila Bulletin			DW-A010356	2014/05/28	2021/07/11
Use of Lower Paid Contract Nurses in China May Compromise Patient Care	Columbia University Medical Center			DW-A010082	2014/01/31	2021/09/09
For Disabled in China a Harmonious Society is an Inclusive Society	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A09777	2013/06/20	2022/01/27
Singapore Physically Disabled Exempt from Financing Restrictions on Vehicle Loans	Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)			DW-A09638	2013/03/17	2021/05/13
Diabetes Levels in Children Higher in China than U.S.	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill			DW-A09119	2012/07/08	2017/12/23
Helping Disabled in Vietnam - Clinton Global Initiative	The Aspen Institute			DW-A08478	2011/09/26
U.S. Provides Support for Disabled in Lao PDR	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A08267	2011/07/30	2022/01/27
Healthy Habits Linked to Chinese Child Obesity	University of Southern California			DW-A08173	2011/07/12	2022/02/15
Leading the Way for Children in China	Medical Care Technologies, Inc.			DW-A07720	2011/05/22	2017/12/23
Autism in South Korea Estimated at 1 in 38	Yale University			DW-A07609	2011/05/09
Nursing Home Boom in China	Brown University			DW-A07206	2011/03/15	2017/12/23
Japan Earthquake Updates and Information	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A07196	2011/03/12	2017/12/23
ID Cards for Elderly and Disabled Persons - Fiji	Ministry of Information			DW-A06765	2011/01/29
Rapid Population Aging Will Raise Critical Challenges for Asian Governments	National Academy of Sciences			DW-A06396	2010/12/08
P&G Brings Live Well Collaborative to Singapore	The Procter & Gamble Company			DW-A05606	2010/09/29
Bali Campaign to Eradicate Rabies	World Society for the Protection of Animals			DW-A05481	2010/09/21
Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons Changing Lives in Vietnam	American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society			DW-A05468	2010/09/21	2017/06/03
Canada-China Policy Dialog on Health	Health Canada			DW-A05278	2010/09/09	2017/12/23
China PharmaHub Introduces a Magic Bullet Liver Cancer Therapy	China PharmaHub Corp.			DW-A05095	2010/08/27	2017/12/23
Reportlinker Adds Electric Vehicles in East Asia 2011-2021	Reportlinker			DW-A05065	2010/08/25	2025/12/17
Caring for Post-disaster, Disabled Children and Orphans - China Disability News	HNA Group Co., Ltd.			DW-A05032	2010/08/23	2017/12/23
Fall-Related Injuries Prevalent Among Elderly Population in China	Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health	Yes		DW-A04848	2010/08/06	2024/01/05
Pakistan to Create South Asia Disability Forum	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A04821	2010/08/03
Hold the Future joins East Meets West Foundation	Hold the Future			DW-A04763	2010/07/28
Disabilities in Somalia - Disability Action Network	Disability Action Network			DW-A04527	2010/07/05
Vietnam Enacts First Disability Law	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A04413	2010/06/22	2024/05/02
Project of Baosteel Providing Aids to Disabled in Yushu China	Baosteel Press Center			DW-A04392	2010/06/21	2017/12/23
Website for Disabled People Launched - Hanoi, Vietnam	VietnamPlus			DW-A04391	2010/06/21
Illinois Ophthalmologists Dedicate Facility to Serve Blind in Vietnam	Illinois Association of Ophthalmology			DW-A04362	2010/06/18
Overview of Disability in China	Thomas C. Weiss			DW-A03443	2010/03/16	2024/05/02
Wealth Buys Health - Even in China	shipman			DW-A03432	2010/03/15	2017/12/23
Disability in Japan: Overview and Statistics	Ian C. Langtree		✓ Preface	DW-A03427	2010/03/14	2025/01/20
50 Million Vaccinated Against Deadly Brain Infection	University of Liverpool			DW-A02485	2009/10/06
World Vision Aid for Indonesia Earthquake Aftershocks	World Vision			DW-A02444	2009/10/01
Death Penalty in Japan - EU Japan Summit	FIDH			DW-A01585	2009/04/30	2017/12/23
Pakistan Urged to set up Centers for Autistic Patients	DW			DW-A01344	2009/04/04
Health News from Asia World Stroke Day	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0332	2008/11/01	2009/05/17
Disability and Asian Health News 20 Oct 2008	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0333	2008/10/20	2010/01/17
New Video Game uses Brain Waves	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0334	2008/10/09	2009/01/12
Asian Health Disability and Seniors News - 6 October 2008	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0335	2008/10/06	2009/08/31
Asian Disability and Health News Weekly Roundup 1 Oct 2008	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0336	2008/10/01	2009/01/12
Half a Million Women Die per year from Childbirth Complications	Disabled world			DW-A0337	2008/09/26	2009/01/22
Personal Airbags for the Elderly	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0338	2008/09/24	2011/08/27
Shortage of Doctors in Japan	Ian C. Langtree			DW-A0339	2008/09/21	2017/12/23

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