Inclusive design
Mainstream products and services that are accessible to, and usable by, as many people as reasonably possible without the need for special adaptation
I fell asleep outside the other night. Kelly and I had been reading books with Ewan on the patio couch, and when Kelly piggybacked him off to bed, I flopped over and closed my eyes. I didn’t plan on going to sleep. But frogs were
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The creators of the app, Pedesting, are asking the public to test their beta version. The creators of an app designed for Calgarians with disabilities are looking for your help. The developers behind Pedesting want people of all
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“We have seen that outdoor adaptive experiences increase people’s confidence, strength, independence, and feelings of acceptance. The sense of belonging to a supportive community can be life-changing. And the sense of
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You’ve seen the numbers and heard the horror stories. Reports from the Department of Transportation show that domestic airlines are still damaging or losing an average of 30 wheelchairs and scooters every day. Successfully Flying as
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Arts Commons is Calgary’s home for performing and visual arts. Listen | How local app developers plan to make downtown Calgary more accessible. 9:23 CBC Calgary Eyeopener with Angela Knight. Aired: Dec. 5, 2022 Pedesting
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5 outpatient clinics at Alberta Children’s Hospital now postponing patient care as viral illnesses surge. Alberta Children’s Hospital is now delaying some outpatients as it redeploys 65 staff members. The Stollery
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Researchers suggest ways to improve accessibility in advance of International Day of Persons with Disabilities. A biologist examining a skull. Credit: Anthro Illustrated John Brhel, Binghamton University via EurekAlert! AAAS December
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Kieran Moore is a Canadian physician and public servant who serves as the current Chief Medical Officer of Health of Ontario. Healthy Debate photo by Maddi Dellplain, Healthy Debate November 22, 2022 Canada’s provincial medical
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To patients with disabilities, stereotypes can affect care. College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario photo By Stuart Foxman, eDialogue December 17, 2021 ▽ Table of Contents Introduction Seen as extra work A focus on the
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Researchers at the Beckman Institute have developed a tool to measure stress regulation and parent-child bonding in young children. The device enables infants as young as one month to provide useful information from the comfort of
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Posted wait times have spiked to 17 hours since late September as pediatric hospital admissions rise. Alberta’s pediatric hospitals are dealing with a wave of respiratory illnesses, including RSV, influenza and COVID-19. The
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Program helps people with various physical and mental disabilities, says executive director. The Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association provides adaptive riding programs for children and young adults with special needs. Saloni
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An estimated 1 in 6 students in Ontario have a disability and face barriers to education, advocate says. Michelle Cousins makes herself comfortable with a pillow and a blanket in her accessible van while she camps out near her
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Julia Prendergast adjusts Tyme Fiedorczyk’s collar as she celebrates a strong frame during a field trip with the Ability Center to go bowling at Pinboy’s in Virginia Beach, Va. in July. Stephen M. Katz, The
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Do people around me see me as a liability and not as a human being? Lionel is an advocate for individuals with disabilities. He shares his experiences having trouble finding employment and being told a company can’t hire him because
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A new study by North Carolina State University researchers found that people often considered the look, texture and, occasionally, the smell of two assistive devices – compression gloves and a knee brace – in online reviews of the
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The Calgary Adapted Hub powered by Jumpstart is excited to announce the launch of four new adaptive and disability-inclusive sports to Calgarians. The Calgary Adapted Hub September 1, 2022 New programs include: Wheelchair Lacrosse at
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A smart jumpsuit measures the spontaneous and voluntary movement of infants. Details on their mobility help in assessing abnormal neurological development. Image: Sampsa Vanhatalo, University of Helsinki Miia Soininen, University of
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Bryan Narducci, 21, climbs into his SK Modified race car before taking some warm-up laps at Stafford Motor Speedway. Narducci was born three months prematurely and has cerebral palsy. He comes from a long line of race car drivers,
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Study indicates interventions are needed to prevent musculoskeletal disorders from using smartphones. Students across Europe learn Swift to unlock new opportunities. Apple photo Tim Schnettler, Texas A&M University School of
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Combining new classes of nanomembrane electrodes with flexible electronics and a deep learning algorithm could help disabled people wirelessly control an electric wheelchair, interact with a computer or operate a small robotic vehicle
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I can recall clearly the first day that each of my three children walked to and from school on their own. I worried about whether they would get there without mishap. But I took for granted that, once at school, they would be safe. (I
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Cerebral Palsy (CP) represents the most common cause of motor disability in childhood with dysfunctional gait being one of the main problems. Figure. The ankle-foot orthosis used in the study showing the 2 configurations: hinged AFO,
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Autistic children have indeed potential: most of their emotional abilities improve with age, concludes developmental psychologist Boya Li in her research on the emotional development of autistic children. Leiden University 10 November
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Phyllis Churchill has been waiting for unit from NLHC for months. Phyllis Churchill poses for a photo in her chair in her home in St. John’s. Garrett Barry CBC Garrett Barry, CBC News Nfld. & Labrador July 13, 2022 Phyllis
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Christian Bagg started Bowhead Corp. after breaking his back 26 years ago. Christian Bagg is the founder of Bowhead Corp., which creates off-road adaptive bikes. David Mercer CBC Taylor Simmons, CBC News Calgary August 06, 2022 When
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Patients for profit: How private equity hijacked health care. Bruce Goguen of Broomfield, Colorado, is paralyzed from multiple sclerosis. Without his wheelchair, he would be stuck in bed. But going through his wheelchair supplier to
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Soft floors and braille signage among features that set playgrounds apart. The newly developed playgrounds are designed for all kids to play, whether they’re in a wheelchair or have auditory or sensory issues. CBC Hannah Kost,
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Shoe shopping. For some this is an enjoyable and exciting activity. One may be delighted to find the perfect pair of shoes for a special occasion or finding a new pair of fashion boots. Melanie Scott, The Mighty September 26, 2020
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A woman who raised funds for an all-terrain wheelchair, so she could access the Peak District home she loves so much, says it has liberated her. Naomi Wheeler has been given the freedom of the Peak District again thanks to her new
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