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As a pediatrician, I have dedicated my life to the health and wellbeing of children. The children of the world are our future and our responsibility extends beyond just providing health care to ensuring that all facets of children’s lives are nurturing and safe. For wellbeing, every...
Very soon, the average life of the nation’s more than 610,000 bridges will exceed 50 years – the lifespan for which most were designed. Add to this the fact that about 25% of our bridges are deficient and need repair or replacement. A good number of these bridges are in rural areas, and are...
The White House Champions of Change event on October 13, 2015, honored 11 men and women who are innovating in transportation and growing the American economy. To learn more about the 2015 Champions of Change in Transportation in their own words...
For the 57 million Americans with disabilities, access means being able to use, enjoy, and participate in the many aspects of society, including work, commerce, and leisure activities.
Transportation is a vital link that allows full participation. The U.S. Department of Transportation is...
White House Champions of Change Program highlights the stories and examples of citizens across the nation, who are leading projects and initiatives that move their communities forward. All across the country, ordinary Americans are...
This guidance document provides a value for the threshold for determining whether any DOT proposed or final rule must prepare a statement consistent with Title II of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. §1532). The guidance has been published periodically by DOT to conform with the...
Quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) are a measure used to account for the impact of a health state on both quality and quantity of life. It is the product of life expectancy and quality of life changes. Loss of one year of QALY is equivalent to losing a year of quality of life due to premature...