The controversy behind Bill 11 — Alberta’s move to a dual-practice health system
As Alberta rolls out a new “dual-practice” model for health care — where … READ MORE
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Allied health care community for patients and family
Why story and play time really matter
New research tracks brain activity of toddlers and parents using EEGs during … READ MORE
Nearly one billion people could live with osteoarthritis by 2050, international experts warn
Almost 1 billion people are projected to be living with osteoarthritis by 2050, up … READ MORE
Robotic hip exoskeleton shows promise for helping stroke patients regain their stride
A portable robotic device created by UMass Amherst researchers provides new avenue … READ MORE
Engineers Develop a Smart Shoe That Could Help Track Changes in How People Walk
A Rutgers prototype, which needs no batteries, counts steps, estimates calories … READ MORE
Will Alberta’s dual-practice model reduce surgery waits — or only for those who can pay?
Some warn Alberta’s dual-practice model could run the risk of repeating … READ MORE
Canadian women improve to 3-0 at wheelchair basketball worlds in Ottawa with win over China
Dandeneau scores 37 points, Young records triple double in 66-62 victory at TD … READ MORE
Fighting for kids with disabilities, parents group calls on Alberta gov’t to make change
Wait times unacceptable. Image Credit: Supplied By Josh Hall, RD News Now Sept 2, … READ MORE
What exercises will keep my ageing joints healthy?
Growing older has plenty of upsides – but achy joints is not one of them. Aging … READ MORE
Cal Poly club builds custom 3D-printed mobility trainer for Toddler
Tikkun Olam Makers provides a free mobility trainer for a toddler with limited … READ MORE
Donate Your AFOs
Needs Funding : Surgery and Rehab Program About the Program © 2026 A Better World … READ MORE
Kids With Cerebral Palsy Diagnosed At Younger Ages, CDC Finds
A first-of-its-kind estimate of cerebral palsy prevalence in young children shows … READ MORE
Federal health minister voices concern as Alberta implements dual-practice health-care model
New model would allow some Alberta physicians to practise in both public and private … READ MORE
Alberta teen’s family sues government after nearly $200K out-of-country surgical bill
WATCH: Teen’s scoliosis surgery wait in Alberta leads to $200K bill in US; … READ MORE
A winning combo: Athletes, volunteers make Special Olympics ‘shine’
Summer Special Olympics underway in southern Alberta. A Team Alberta supporter holds … READ MORE
Air Canada will now allow you up to 3 mobility aids on flights in expanded policy
Expanded policy announced Friday. Air Canada photo Sara Jabakhanji, CBC News World … READ MORE
B.C. man describes terror, isolation after prescription ADHD medication led to arrest in Georgia
Global Exclusive: The B.C. man who was detained for two months in the country of … READ MORE
Nurse practitioner aims to expand primary care access in northern Alberta
Proposed clinic highlights growing role of nurse practitioners in rural communities. … READ MORE
‘We’re so happy’: Parents of Calgary artist with autism say invest in your kid’s hobbies
In the basement of his family’s Calgary home, 24-year-old Alex Ghebreyohans is … READ MORE
From Honeymoon to Pitch Table: UT Health Sciences Graduate Student Embodies ‘Discovery to Impact’
CJ Rudolph, a third-year PhD student, won $5,000 in seed funding at UT Health … READ MORE
Mother speaks out after child with autism dismissed from daycare
The child-care centre said it felt it could not provide the support the child … READ MORE
‘I want it to be over with’: B.C. teen’s scoliosis surgery pushed to 2027
Dillyn Burrows says the lengthy wait for scoliosis surgery has been painful both … READ MORE
Premier open to FCSS funding review
Premier Danielle Smith is open to taking a look at boosting and easing eligibility … READ MORE
Headed to the ER? Here’s why you could now wait more than 48 hours to be admitted
Admittance backlog a result of aging population, overburdened medical system, … READ MORE
Physical activity may help ease fatigue in children with developmental disabilities
In a new study by university researchers at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute … READ MORE
Albertans on disability payments receive wrong amounts for August
Province says technical issue related to new payment processing software to blame … READ MORE
New model reveals how disability caregiving reshapes parents’ lives over decades
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain by University of Toronto in Medical Xpress edited … READ MORE
Recipients of Alberta’s new disability assistance program worry it will be detrimental
Alberta Disability Assistance Program takes effect Wednesday. An undated file photo … READ MORE
Pathways To Belonging
rehabINK Art Piece Spotlight. This inclusive research project aimed to understand … READ MORE
Calgary family shocked to discover their daughter, with severe brain injury, is being moved off AISH
Government says 46,000 Albertans will automatically move to new disability support … READ MORE
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