The Nasca Boy’s remains are now on display in the National Museum of Ica, Peru. (credit: Tilley et al. 2018) Most Peruvian mummies come bundled in cloth, with their legs folded up to their chests and their arms around their knees. But the young boy we now know only as the Nasca Boy was buried […]
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Disability Chic: These Irish Sisters Are the Wheel Deal
When Ailbhe Keane was young, her little sister’s wheelchair was her art project. Isabel, paralyzed from the waist down by spina bifida, would at times have a chair decorated in bright colors. “It attracted a lot of attention,” says Ailbhe, “but it was just temporary stuff.” Not so temporary anymore. The two sisters are founders […]
Mobility Scooter Accessible City Breaks [INFOGRAPHIC]
When you have a disability or mobility issues, going on holiday can be even more challenging. However, there are still lots of options available for a fun weekend away. Here we take a look at the best UK city breaks for accessibility, including some great attractions that are fully wheelchair accessible. We have even included […]
Mobile stroke unit could save stroke victims from death and disability
A REVOLUTIONARY mobile stroke unit that could save thousands of patients from death or disability is to be tested by NHS doctors.
‘I am absolutely furious,’ says mother trying to renew disability tax credit
More Canadians are speaking out about difficulty dealing with the Canada Revenue Agency as they apply for the disability tax credit.
Here’s what happens to Social Security and disability benefits during a government shutdown
Spencer Platt/Getty Images The federal government entered into a partial shutdown at midnight Saturday. In the event of a shutdown, Social Security and disability checks still go out. While core functions would not be affected, some Social Security Administration employees would be placed on furlough and minor services would be frozen. The federal government entered […]
CRA to review disability tax credit applications after backlash from diabetics
After months of criticism and accusations it lied to disability advocates, the Canada Revenue Agency is reverting to a previous interpretation of a tax credit used by diabetics and will review applications denied since May 2017. CBC | Health News
Disability in demand: People with autism offer employers a broader talent pool
A Danish company with a global mandate to help employers make the most of untapped autistic talent is helping North American firms make concerted efforts to hire employees with autism who can bring unique skills to the workplace. CBC | Health News
Strictly Come Dancing 2017: Jonnie Peacock to change peoples views on disability
Sprint champion Jonnie Peacock MBE, who won paralympic gold, wants viewers to see that having a disability is not a bar to putting on a good show – and joked that it could be his turn to waltz off with the glitterball this series. Jonnie’s right leg was amputated below the knee after contracting meningitis […]
Back pain warning: THREE main triggers of the UK’s leading cause of disability REVEALED
BACK pain affects ten per cent of the world’s population, and it’s considered the leading cause of disability globally. But what are the three main triggers and how can you avoid them? Daily Express :: Health Feed
