Cerebral Palsy

Bombing Suspect Had Tie To Special Needs Community

As a picture emerges of the men suspected of bombing the Boston Marathon last week, so too are connections between the tragedy and the disability community.

Study Points To Treatment For Cerebral Palsy

A new technique being heralded as a breakthrough could have significant implications for the treatment of cerebral palsy and similar conditions.

Pope’s Embrace Of Boy With Special Needs Goes Viral

As Pope Francis made his way through thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, he plucked a boy with cerebral palsy from the crowd, creating an image that’s gone viral.

Boston Marathon To Honor Man With Cerebral Palsy

Dick Hoyt has pushed a wheelchair carrying his son Rick, who has cerebral palsy, across the finish line of nearly 1,100 races. Now they’re set to be honored at the famed Boston Marathon.

Stem Cell Trial Shows Promise For Some With Cerebral Palsy

For the first time, a federally-approved clinical trial is underway to determine whether stem cells from a child’s cord blood can improve symptoms of cerebral palsy.

Thousands Offered For Disability Innovations

With $25,000 in prize money on the line, inventors are being challenged to tackle real-world barriers facing people with disabilities.

CDC: People With Special Needs Should Be On ‘High Alert’ For Flu

With the flu widespread across much of the country far earlier than normal, federal health officials are warning people with developmental disabilities to be particularly cautious.

Man Jailed For Bullying Girl With Disability

An Ohio man is headed to jail after he was caught on video appearing to mock his 10-year-old neighbor who has cerebral palsy.

Nike Responds To Plea For Accessible Shoes

After a letter to Nike from a 17-year-old with cerebral palsy went viral this past summer, the company connected with the teen to create special shoes he can manage independently.

Parenting Style Has Big Impact On Kids With Disabilities

The approach that parents take with their children who have developmental disabilities is directly tied to how cooperative and independent they become, new research suggests.

Homecoming King With Cerebral Palsy Takes First Steps

When his school rallied to vote him homecoming king, a Florida high school senior with cerebral palsy responded with a surprise of his own. He took his very first steps in public.

George Clooney Takes Man With Cerebral Palsy Under His Wing

An aspiring actor with cerebral palsy is getting a helping hand from none other than George Clooney.

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