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Winter Paralympics

Athletes with disabilities take to the ice and snow

By , About.com Guide

At the 2010 Winter Paralympics in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, athletes with disabilities competed in five sports: Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Biathlon, Ice Sledge Hockey, and Wheelchair Curling. Learn more about the sports and see photos of athletes in action.

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