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Defence Minister approves ‘resettlement facilities’ to cadets invalidated from military training on medical grounds

Defence Minister approves resettlement facilities for invalidated cadets, but disability pension issue remains unresolved.

The Hindu · Mar 16, 2024

Drug-free options for managing migraine in adolescents

Adolescence can be an exciting time for children. The transition towards adulthood can bring forth several new emotional and physical changes. Changes in lifestyle can result in special disorders affecting the younger generation. One such condition affecting adolescents is migraine. This neurological ailment remains second among the causes of disability…

The Times of India · Mar 15, 2024

Social Security Chief Vows to Fix ‘Cruel-Hearted’ Overpayment Clawbacks

Capping Social Security clawbacks at 10% for some beneficiaries is among the changes that O'Malley plans to propose.

Kiplinger · Mar 15, 2024

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Neurological conditions now leading cause of ill health and disability globally

Neurological conditions such as epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease and dementia are now the leading cause of ill health and disability globally, affecting 3.4 billion people in 2021. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 15, 2024

With Texas births rising post-Roe, disability advocates say child services need bolstering

Texas’ fertility rose after new abortion restrictions, raising concerns that special education and specialized health care will be stretched even thinner.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 11, 2024

Industry Leaders Advocate For Authentic Disability Inclusion In Television

Eileen Grubba advocates for authentic representation of disabled individuals in the television industry, highlighting the need for inclusivity and opportun...

Oscars 2024 Showcases Enhanced Accessibility And Inclusion Efforts

Learn how the Oscars and the Academy are advancing disability inclusion in Hollywood through accessibility initiatives and collaboration.

Five women, physically-challenged, are erasing stereotypes by empowering people

The Hindu · Mar 7, 2024

Disability pension claims blew out to more than 80 days on average at the end of last year, data reveals

Department of Social Services figures show some areas had average wait times of more than 200 days between September and December

The Guardian - AU · Mar 5, 2024

After 14 years of Tory cruelty, here are three ways Labour could use the benefits system to bring about good

Keir Starmer’s party could end child poverty, ditch cruel work capability assessments – and replace the failing DWP, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK · Mar 5, 2024

NISH launches peer-reviewed journal on disabilities studies and rehabilitation sciences

The journal will be published bi-annually in April and October. The publication will deal with a wide range of topics including rehabilitation sciences.

The Hindu · Mar 4, 2024

Millions of welfare recipients to get boost in payments

People on the aged pension, disability support and carer payments are all set to get extra money each fortnight after indexation is applied.

AAP · Mar 3, 2024

‘Fight the system, not your partner’: Guardian Australia readers on handling household pay gaps

When it comes to stark income gaps, readers said the most successful approaches strike a balance between individual agency and mutual support

The Guardian - AU · Mar 2, 2024

DGCA imposes ₹30 lakh fine on Air India for death of 80-year-old passenger

Air India fine news: DGCA fines Air India 30 lakh for passenger's death due to wheelchair delay, highlighting need for improved airline disability protocols.

The Hindu · Feb 29, 2024

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Beauty Company Sued For Firing Deaf Worker On First Day

Illinois beauty company sued for disability discrimination after firing deaf worker on first day.

Reason · Feb 26, 2024

No Pseudonymity in Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

From today's decision by Judge Joshua Wolson (E.D. Pa.) in Doe v. Temple Univ.: Courts are public. That's a foundational principle in American society. It means we give the public access to judicial records, we keep our courtrooms open for the public to watch the proceedings, and we require the…

The Hindu · Feb 26, 2024

Kerala government aiming to ensure level playing field for the differently abled: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

The Kerala government has devised schemes for the comprehensive development of the differently abled by integrating various approaches and possibilities along with initiating steps to strengthen disability prevention, early detection and ensuring rehabilitation, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said.

The Walrus · Feb 23, 2024

Why Do I Constantly Have to Prove My Disability?

Having to negotiate what it means to be disabled, and then fight for limited benefits and services if you are, is exhausting

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Evening Standard · Feb 22, 2024

OPINION - Save us from the menopause warriors campaigning to make all women my age unemployable

As a 44 year-old woman I am constantly made aware by armies of presumably well-intentioned but frankly wearing women in later life with programmes to make and books to sell and brands that might otherwise be struggling for relevance, that my next challenge as a working woman will be an…

Employers Embracing Disability Inclusion See Increased Profitability

Learn how employers can navigate disability inclusion in the workplace amid the pandemic, benefiting from remote work and driving business performance.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 20, 2024

The dancers with disability exploring sex and love: ‘Once you open the floodgates, it’s pretty interesting’

For 30 years, Restless Dance Theatre has been empowering its performers to use dance to tackle topics rarely broached on or off the stage

The Texas Tribune · Feb 20, 2024

Disabled Texans face more barriers to accessing abortion

Few organizations track the number of disabled individuals trying to access abortion, but abortion providers and groups that help assist Texans obtain out-of-state abortions say they are falling through the cracks.

AAP · Feb 18, 2024

Disability data council set to meet for first time

A new council will aim to provide fresh data on the experiences of people with disability to improve support services.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2024

Yes, it can be hard to get a restaurant table. But it can be impossible if you’re a wheelchair user

My lunch with a disability access campaigner was an eye-opener. Even booking was a problem

USAFacts · Feb 14, 2024

How many students are harassed or bullied?

29,092 K-12 students reported harassment or bullying based on their sex, race, or disability in 2020–2021, an 84% decrease from 2011–2012.

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