Long waits for wheelchairs like having ‘your legs taken away,’ disability workers say
‘It feels like I am not a valued member of my community… I could … READ MORE
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Alberta father hopes son’s story highlights the importance of inclusive education
For Herrington and his wife, they never imagined school would be an option for their … READ MORE
‘I am absolutely furious,’ says mother trying to renew disability tax credit
CRA complaints include lost documents, rejection of previously approved applicants. … READ MORE
Sensors to prevent Parkinson’s patients from falling
New EIT Health research project launched on telemedical analysis of gait and falls. … READ MORE
My son has Down’s syndrome – and he belongs in a mainstream school
The success of the Finnish system is proof that inclusive education is best for all … READ MORE
Tummy tech tracks electrical activity for signs of indigestion
Wearable stomach monitor could help salvage a technology largely abandoned by … READ MORE
Paralympic dream for rider with cerebral palsy
Kim Scott’s goal is to represent Canada and won’t let anything, including … READ MORE
The world’s first 3D printed custom knee brace – Evoke case study
We generally like having our items and tools personalized, which is why 3D printing … READ MORE
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra establishes disabled-led ensemble
Dorset orchestra forms ‘first ensemble of disabled … READ MORE
Radiologist harnesses virtual reality as powerful teaching tool
Physicians, trainees and even lay people can now join an expert radiologist as he … READ MORE
Meet the woman who saved Stephen Hawking’s voice, and then gave the technology away to those in need
When Lama Nachman met Stephen Hawking in 2011, she was given one clear instruction: … READ MORE
How Stephen Hawking reclaimed his voice—and helped others do the same
One of Hawking’s greatest legacies is the work he did on technologies to assist … READ MORE
Research to make early diagnosis, intervention possible for cerebral palsy
A test to diagnose cerebral palsy at birth, which could allow infants access to … READ MORE
A new wearable brain scanner
A helmet records a wearer’s brain activity using magnetoencephalography (MEG) … READ MORE
Children with special needs can be an asset to society – our café proves it
On Down’s Syndrome Day, the public and businesses should challenge their … READ MORE
Electrical brain stimulation could benefit children with cerebral palsy
First-of-its-kind study using electrical currents to boost motor skills shows … READ MORE
Alberta spends $2.4M an hour on health care — how do we reduce spending?
In the coming year, the Alberta government will spend about $22 billion on health … READ MORE
Wearable sensors characterize CP gait
Inertial measurement units (IMUs) facilitate the creation of a gait analysis system … READ MORE
Canmore figure skater with Down syndrome finds expression, recognition on ice
‘Meg doesn’t want to talk a lot, but we discovered she can perform.’ … READ MORE
Calgary researchers develop portable brain imaging system to shed light on concussions
A volunteer wears the cap, developed at the U of C, which contains small lights that … READ MORE
Apple Watch wristband sensor claims to detect potassium in your blood — without needles
The AliveCor KardiaBand, a sensor compatible with the Apple Watch, can detect … READ MORE
Breaking down barriers for med students with disabilities
Students with disabilities are finding their place in medical schools—and beyond. … READ MORE
AISH recipients slam changes, saying more is needed
Critics say auditor general report recommendations not fully considered. Calgary … READ MORE
Disabled Albertans with trust funds can qualify for AISH under new bill
Alberta last Canadian province to stop penalizing Albertans for having trusts set up … READ MORE
Australians say no thanks to electronic health records
A wave of opt-outs highlights distrust in the government’s security and privacy … READ MORE
Canada Paralympic success inspires young Alberta sledge hockey athletes
Novice players gathered in Calgary to watch gold medal game on Saturday. The … READ MORE
E-skin lets you manipulate objects in real and virtual worlds
Researchers integrate magnetoelectronic sensors into electronic skin that tracks … READ MORE
Coach Ken Babey found new beginning with Canada’s para ice hockey team
63-year-old will lead Canadian squad into gold-medal showdown with U.S. Head coach … READ MORE
Rice team designs lens-free fluorescent microscope
FlatScope may be the world’s tiniest, lightest microscope for biological … READ MORE
Surprise finding could lead to new MS treatments
A discovery is providing hope of a new therapeutic target in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) … READ MORE
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