3 December is observed as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities to promote awareness, equal rights, and healthcare accessibility for individuals living with physical, mental, sensory, or intellectual disabilities. The day encourages society to remove stigma and support inclusion at every level.
Why This Day Matters
- Promotes equal rights and acceptance
- Encourages inclusive healthcare and rehabilitation
- Highlights barriers persons with disabilities face
- Supports accessibility in education, transport & digital
spaces
- Spreads awareness to end discrimination and stigma
Healthcare & Support Needs
Persons with disabilities often require:
- Regular medical care & therapy
- Assistive devices (wheelchairs, hearing aids, prosthetics)
- Mental health and emotional support
- Accessible hospitals & digital healthcare platforms
- Home sample collection & online consultation
Platforms like InstaCare.pk help patients access services remotely, book doctors, and schedule lab tests easily supporting accessibility in healthcare.
Challenges in Pakistan
- Limited physical accessibility in public spaces
- Lack of awareness and social inclusion
- Limited access to affordable assistive devices
- Educational & employment barriers
- Need for better healthcare infrastructure
How We Can Support Inclusion
- Encourage respectful behavior and awarenes
- Create wheelchair-friendly clinics, schools &
workplaces
- Support accessible healthcare and telemedicine
- Pomote education, skill development & employment
- Provide family, financial and community support
Conclusion
This day reminds us to build a society where persons with
disabilities are respected, supported, and provided equal healthcare access.
Inclusion is not charity it is a right.
