Fewer Newborns in Australia Have Cerebral Palsy
There are multiple factors which may play a role in the development of cerebral palsy, a neurological movement disorder. This condition can be caused by injuries to the brain at…
There are multiple factors which may play a role in the development of cerebral palsy, a neurological movement disorder. This condition can be caused by injuries to the brain at…
By Rachel Whetstone from In The Cloud Copy Food is fundamentally linked with celebrations in every culture around the world. Families gather for a feast at big holidays and birthdays…
The current standard-of-care for children with cerebral palsy often consists of a blend of occupational and physical therapy. But what if another therapy could be more beneficial? Medical XPress describes…
As many people know, writing a book is a huge accomplishment - and one that many people wish to achieve throughout their lifetime. For Samantha VanAlstyne ("Sam"), a 25-year-old who initially…
The month of March is recognized as Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time that is dedicated to spreading awareness among the general public and the medical community about cerebral palsy,…
Like many other residents of West Hollywood, Mark Chaney uses public transportation, specifically the bus. Twice a day, Monday through Friday, Mark boards the bus at his local stop. He…
For some parents, learning your child is using cannabis products might cause trouble or upset. Joanne Griffiths is troubled and upset because her son might lose his supply. According to…
Recently, research professors from Michigan Medicine - the University of Michigan shared new commentary around cerebral palsy. Specifically, the commentary focuses on current research, policies, and care associated with adults…
25 year old Tylia Flores wrote on her blog that as a person with cerebral palsy, there are a lot of not so thoughtful ‘compliments’ that may not be interpreted…
There is a large stigma against those with disabilities. Many misunderstand the wide diversity in disability and the success that those who are disabled can have in their lives. This…
Grief is something that is difficult to go through alone, and this year has brought too much of it. Maya McNeary is no stranger to grief, as she recently lost…
By Rachel Whetstone from In The Cloud Copy Food is fundamentally linked with celebrations in every culture around the world. Families gather for a feast at big holidays and birthdays…
By Danielle Bradshaw from In The Cloud Copy Shimmer Research has announced that OWEAR - the Open Wearables Initiative - has decided to make their health technologies, like their database…
By Jodee Redmond from In The Cloud Copy The results of a new study using laboratory rats to model cerebral palsy with spasticity (muscle stiffness) accompanied by dystonia (involuntary muscle…
Of course, parents are not used to taking on the role of educator. Many are still working full time jobs at home. That, in addition to the normal household chores,…
Social distancing sucks for everyone. Even introverts (like myself) are becoming antsy. Similarly, the coronavirus is scary for everyone, even those less likely to be effected by serious illness. However,…
According to a story from The Columbus Dispatch, a variety of disorders, such as autism, can cause issues with sensory processing. What this means is that people on the autism…
According to a story from the Star Tribune, being disabled in Minnesota can be a damaging affair. The state's most common method for caring for disabled people are group homes,…
Since most people cannot truly understand the challenges faced by a blind person, then an artist who cannot see is unimaginable. According to a recent article in the British…
On Dec 3, 2019 Share A blind artist, a motivational speaker who can’t speak and a young mom with arthritis: These are just three of the British Columbians shattering stereotypes…
East Anglia's Children's Hospices in Norfolk, U.K., has recently opened up its new facilities after renovations. To celebrate this opening, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, visited and spoke…
According to a publication from NewZNew, the NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute in India plans on hosting an outpatient stem cell therapy consultation camp in Chandigarh on the last day…
H.R. 2408 H.R. 2408 is a new piece of federal legislation otherwise known as the "Ensuring Access to Quality Complex Rehabilitation Technology Act." Essentially, this act creates a new category…
Three stories of courage are highlighted in Orlando Family Magazine’s annual tribute to the medical community. The first example relates to a mother, Eva, for her courage in opting…
"When only 100 people in the world share your child’s specific gene mutation, it is hard to find anyone who understands, including doctors." Rare diseases are at a disadvantage when…