People with disabilities in Switzerland 2007 The number of disabled people varies widely depending on the definition of the disability
Neuchâtel, 27.11.2009 (FSO) - Less than 1% of the population cannot walk without assistance, while 26% report being slightly or severely limited in their usual activities. To mark the International Day of Disabled Persons (3 December), the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) is presenting a series of profiles of persons who are living at home and can be considered disabled based on different definitions. Older people as well as women are more affected by disability.
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