Surgery not the only option for people with knee osteoarthritis Yet study finds most not sticking with non-surgical treatment plans. Evoke 3D … READ MORE
Sit-ski athletes learn new skills, gauge Paralympic dreams at Canmore camp Sit-ski athletes learn new skills, gauge Paralympic dreams at Canmore camp. The camp … READ MORE
At least 2,095 Albertans died of COVID in 2022, roughly matching the death toll from 2021 Year marked by arrival of Omicron variant, removal of nearly all public health … READ MORE
This Sikh mom couldn’t find a proper helmet for her boys. Now, she’s designed her own Tina Singh says helmet isn’t just a solution for Sikh kids, it’s also a … READ MORE
Boots and balls made for men an injury risk to women footballers Women football players require specifically tailored products such as kit, boots, … READ MORE
Anesthetics that block nerves around the knee relieve pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis Results from a recent clinical trial published by Wiley in Arthritis & … READ MORE
Calgary girl with Down syndrome stuck at home due to lack of school supports Calgary Board of Education says it’s working with the family to address … READ MORE
Building an accessible home to fit your life I fell asleep outside the other night. Kelly and I had been reading books with Ewan … READ MORE
How Canada’s largest pediatric hospital’s ICU was saved from near collapse SickKids’ intensive care unit is at 120% capacity and has been under immense … READ MORE
Stollery Children’s Hospital redeploys staff as it struggles with surge of patients Intensive care unit at 100 per cent capacity, but has ability to add beds. Stollery … READ MORE
Calgary app developers want to make the city more accessible for people with disabilities The creators of the app, Pedesting, are asking the public to test their beta … READ MORE
Adaptive groups level the playing field to allow everyone to enjoy sports “We have seen that outdoor adaptive experiences increase people’s confidence, … READ MORE
Five pro tips for flying with a power wheelchair You’ve seen the numbers and heard the horror stories. Reports from the Department … READ MORE
New trial to ease knee pain in school kids Deakin researchers are exploring a simple, low-cost solution to help relieve kneecap … READ MORE
Modern approaches to AFOs AFOs have made strides since their days of bulky and restraining leather and metal … READ MORE
Pedestrian navigation for accessible routes Arts Commons is Calgary’s home for performing and visual arts. Listen | How … READ MORE
Doctors warn Alberta’s pediatric hospitals in ‘chaos’ as more children face care delays 5 outpatient clinics at Alberta Children’s Hospital now postponing patient … READ MORE
Making science more accessible to people with disabilities Researchers suggest ways to improve accessibility in advance of International Day of … READ MORE
Recruitment for online ASD study Participate in Research – Queen’s University. About the study. This … READ MORE
Walking 10K steps a day is a health sweet spot, study finds — and walking faster is even better Walking can reduce risks of dementia, cancer and heart disease — and any number of … READ MORE
To mask or not to mask. The sequel Kieran Moore is a Canadian physician and public servant who serves as the current … READ MORE
What do disability biases look like in practice? To patients with disabilities, stereotypes can affect care. College of Physicians … READ MORE
Bassinets and Change Tables for Harmony Play & Go Playards recalled due to potential suffocation and entrapment hazards Consumer product recall published by Health Canada, Identification number RA-72202, … READ MORE
Wearable tech offers up-close look at infant development Researchers at the Beckman Institute have developed a tool to measure stress … READ MORE
Alberta hospitals battle wave of sick children as viral illnesses surge Posted wait times have spiked to 17 hours since late September as pediatric hospital … READ MORE
Alberta government to re-index AISH, seniors benefits to inflation Critics say the move won’t help people living in poverty catch up with rising … READ MORE
Infant head-shaping pillows are useless and dangerous to baby, FDA warns Infant head-shaping pillows are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug … READ MORE
Alzheimer’s might not be primarily a brain disease. A new theory suggests it’s an autoimmune condition The pursuit of a cure for Alzheimer’s disease is becoming an increasingly … READ MORE
Lethbridge charity helps kids, young adults with special needs through horseback riding Program helps people with various physical and mental disabilities, says executive … READ MORE
This mom sits outside her child’s school all day. She wants more help for students with disabilities An estimated 1 in 6 students in Ontario have a disability and face barriers to … READ MORE