The potential opportunities and pitfalls of telehealth In a recent paper, Yale cardiologists emphasize the importance of balancing quality … READ MORE
Nieman: Pediatrician prescribes self-compassion, kindness for parental guilt At the start of my clinical practice in 1987, I had very little appreciation of the … READ MORE
Equine-facilitated therapy improved the functioning of patients with low back pain Patients with chronic low back pain may benefit from equine-facilitated therapy … READ MORE
Canadian doctors spend millions of hours on unnecessary paperwork each year: report Report says Nova Scotia is leading the way in reducing administrative burden. Dr. … READ MORE
Alberta parents can call Health Link with questions about their child’s development 811 now offers parents guidance about kids’ milestones. Health Link 811 is now … READ MORE
Canada’s health-care system has a data problem, experts say. And it puts patients at risk ‘It’s not good to be flying blind,’ says one doctor pushing for … 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
New approach provides potential vaccine and treatment for Alzheimer’s A promising new approach to potentially treat Alzheimer’s disease – and also … READ MORE
Time for fast action on a Canada Disability Benefit Over one million Canadians with disabilities live in poverty. If implemented, this … READ MORE
Experts plead for more pediatric telehealth A specialty group is asking federal and state governments to preserve and expand … READ MORE
Bloom Wellness Collective: Expressive Arts + Movement for All Abilities Bloom Wellness Collective is a not-for-profit organization on a journey to make … READ MORE
Re-think physiotherapy licensing process: study Research finds there may be little value in mandated clinical-competency exams after … READ MORE
The doctor won’t see you now: Why access to care is in critical condition In addition to patient care, many doctors also have heavy administrative burdens, … READ MORE
Horse riding confirmed as a viable mobility treatment for cerebral palsy The study shows that functional mobility in children with cerebral palsy can be … READ MORE
Jason DaSilva’s new film tackles the unpredictability of MS Jason DaSilva’s award-winning film, When I Walk, raised awareness of what it is … READ MORE
Alberta government’s failure means we must protect ourselves It has become clear that the Alberta government has given up on its role to protect … READ MORE
Discover Sole to Soul Footwear We saw a need for specialty footwear and grew from there Sole to Soul Footwear … READ MORE
Scribes can help transform health care by creating better clinical data “Insurers, drug companies and large HMOs are mounting an extensive effort to … READ MORE
CERB helped Canadians during COVID-19 — but not the most vulnerable To coincide with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 3, … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in December 2021 – Register NOW Cerebral Palsy Alberta offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other … READ MORE
Tobii TD Pilot brings gaze-based typing, text-to-speech and app navigation to iPad TD Pilot is an eye-controlled communication device for iPad. Designed to empower … READ MORE
Pandemic disproportionately affects those with disabilities and chronic health conditions ‘The pandemic has exacerbated pre-existing inequalities,’ says UTM … READ MORE
Taxes and disability benefits: Maximizing the opportunities A disabled person may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit. If you have never … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in November 2021 – Register NOW Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually … READ MORE
Plans revealed for $12M disability arts venue in northwest Calgary National AccessArts Centre to be constructed on Brownsea Drive NW An artist’s … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in October 2021 – Register NOW Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually … READ MORE
Evolving business models in orthotics Nancy Schneider, Braceworks Custom Orthotics, Calgary. This submission provides an … READ MORE
Scoot and score: Adapted volt hockey offers a new playing field for youngsters of all abilities Albertans can give the adapted sport a shot during six-week sessions. Volt hockey is … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in September 2021 – Register NOW Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate virtually … READ MORE