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Airlines Face Deadline To Improve Disability Accommodations
A new federal rule requires airlines to take steps to ensure that they are prepared to assist passengers with disabilities and carriers have just a few more days to comply.
Astronaut Slated To Become First With Physical Disability To Live In Orbit
A former Paralympian is on track to become the first person with a physical disability to enter orbit.
Closely Watched Senate Race Features Candidate With Spina Bifida
A Paralympic champion with spina bifida is one step closer to capturing the U.S. Senate seat that was once held by a key architect of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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What Counts As An ‘Assistance Animal’ Just Got Narrower
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is sharply limiting which types of animals people with disabilities who are renting a home can claim as a "reasonable accommodation."
PBS Brings Back Series Focused On Character With Autism
A popular drama centering on a detective with autism who has a unique way of solving crimes is set to return.
Social Security, SSI Benefits Likely To Rise
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries could see a big jump in their monthly payments come next year.
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Airlines Increasingly Commit To Autism Training For Staff
Just ahead of the summer travel season, another airline is taking steps to be more welcoming toward travelers on the spectrum.
Autism Researcher Facing Charges Of Stealing Over $1 Million From CDC
An autism researcher accused of absconding with more than a $1 million in CDC grants and using the money for personal gain has been extradited after almost 14 years on the lam.
National Hotline For IDD Caregivers Proposed
A group of federal lawmakers if pushing to establish a first-ever national hotline for caregivers of those with developmental disabilities.
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Autism Misinformation Widespread On Social Media, Study Finds
As people increasingly turn to social media for health advice, a new study finds that much of the content circulating on these online platforms about autism and mental health issues is misleading.
Postsecondary Program To Prepare Those With Autism To Work In Video Game Industry
A unique studio that trains people with autism to work in the movie business is expanding to a new field: video games.
For Kids With Disabilities, Early Intervention Boosts Academics Later
Accessing early intervention services like speech, occupational, physical or behavioral therapy in the first years of life can lead to more than developmental gains, new research suggests.