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A mom believes taking a generic brand of acetaminophen while pregnant caused autism and ADHD in her child. She's now suing Walmart in federal court.
After years of tacitly endorsing the only facility in the country known to use electric shocks to address behavior in those with disabilities, a major ABA organization is coming out against the practice.
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Incoming U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's performance during the debate, on the campaign trail and even his election night victory speech have elevated him into a disability icon of sorts.
Airbnb is turning to artificial intelligence to make it easier for people with disabilities to find rentals that meet their needs.
Complaint data from one state and interviews with advocates and educators suggest that schools are failing to provide legally required services to students with disabilities at record-high rates.
Disney's iconic "It's a Small World" ride is getting an update to be more inclusive of people with disabilities.
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Understaffed service providers are sending people with disabilities back to live with their families, turning away new clients and making other changes.
Citing concerns from stakeholders, federal education officials are telling schools to do more to help students with disabilities who move from one district to another.
Hopes are running high that Congress could act to update asset limits for Supplemental Security Income recipients for the first time in more than 30 years.
While the extreme outcome is unusual, it reflects the reality facing many with significant disabilities who are struggling to find services to live at home as thousands of caregiving jobs go unfilled.
As the holiday travel season gears up, Delta Air Lines is offering an inclusive experience at select airports and is teaming up with the TSA to help make flying more accessible.
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"Saturday Night Live" host Amy Schumer used her monologue to talk about her family's experience since her husband was diagnosed with autism.
An NHL team is reversing course after facing intense backlash for signing a player who was convicted of bullying a Black classmate with a developmental disability when he was 14.
Despite strong pushback from disability advocates, a case that could severely restrict the rights of those who rely on Medicaid and other government programs is set to go before the U.S. Supreme Court.
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