COVID-19 Special Collection

In this article, the authors surveyed people with disabilities in rural and nonrural communities, finding variance across communities and disability types in levels of trust of information about COVID-19 and in adherence to community health guidelines. The findings highlight the importance of collaborating with trusted partners in the disability community to promote effective messaging. According to the authors, trust in information sources is associated with action, so it is important to provide clear, consistent, and non-polarizing messages during public health emergencies to promote widespread community action.