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By Disability Insider March 31, 2022

We want to hear your experience of life with a disability

People with disabilities face many physical and attitudinal obstacles on a daily basis. Not being able to watch a movie because there aren't any captions or...

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By Anne K., Helen D. February 24, 2022

Masks, RATs and clean air – how people with disability can protect themselves from COVID

People with disability bear a disproportionate burden of COVID infections, serious disease and death. Every time a support worker enters their home, people...

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By Yasmine Sherif February 17, 2022

When all truly means everyone: Fulfilling the right to education of children with disabilities in our global education crisis response

When she was just 16, Nujeen Mustafa made a 3,500-mile journey from Syria to Germany in a steel wheelchair. Nujeen didn’t attend school in Syria like the other...

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By Rob Woods January 19, 2022

Retirement planning tips for immigrants and American expats with disabilities

Whether you’ve immigrated to the United States or you’ve lived in the U.S. your entire life, you may wish to divide your time between two countries after...

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By Gwen Payne December 15, 2021

How parents of a special needs child can practice self-care

In order to care for a child, parents must be strong in body and mind, and this is especially true for parents of special needs kids who need a bit more attention...

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By Nomi Jules December 01, 2021

Is the United States facing a shortage of nursing homes for people with disabilities?

Although many nursing homes are equipped to handle the special needs of seniors with physical disabilities, they are less so prepared for those with...

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By Devin Golden November 19, 2021

14 Myths about Mesothelioma and Asbestos

Unfortunately, there are quite a few misconceptions regarding mesothelioma, the rare and aggressive disease caused by asbestos exposure. Some people ask,...

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By Rob Woods October 18, 2021

How to launch your political career if you have a disability

Are you considering making a run for office? People with disabilities have long been underrepresented, but that means it’s increasingly important to take an active...

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By Rob Woods September 28, 2021

How the arts can benefit children with learning disabilities

For children with learning disabilities, being involved in the arts can help in emotional and cognitive development. Additionally, it can also serve as an...


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