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Workforce Participation By Those With Disabilities ‘Historically High’
The number of people with disabilities in the workforce has surged in recent years, new research shows.
Family Caregivers Struggling In Some States More Than Others
Nearly a quarter of U.S. adults provide care to loved ones with disabilities or complex medical conditions, but a new report finds that the challenges they face vary significantly.
SSI, Social Security Benefits Will Rise Next Year
Monthly payments to Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries are set to increase.
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New Initiative Aims To Bring Doctors Up To Speed On Down Syndrome
Few people with Down syndrome have access to doctors specializing in the chromosomal disorder, but a new effort is underway to ensure that physicians nationwide know how to care for this population.
Walmart Accused Of Denying Job Coach To Employee With Intellectual Disability
The nation's largest retailer is facing legal action after supervisors allegedly harassed employees with intellectual disabilities and were unwilling to accommodate a job coach.
GI Issues ‘Very Common’ In Kids With Autism, Study Finds
Children with autism are far more likely than others to have ongoing gastrointestinal issues and these tummy troubles are often linked to other challenges ranging from sleep to behavior.
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Ranking Names Top Cities For Disability-Friendliness
A new ranking breaks down which American cities are best — and worst — for people with disabilities considering everything from community-based services to health care and more.
PBS Kids Show To Feature Character Who Uses Communication Device
A groundbreaking children's television show is set to introduce a new character who is largely non-speaking and communicates with the help of a special speech tablet.
Trump Administration To Reconsider Disability Regulations For Airlines
Federal officials are again delaying enforcement of new regulations expanding the rights of airline passengers with disabilities, but this time they are considering rewriting many of the provisions.
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Disability Representation In Movies Largely Stagnant
There are some small signs of progress, but a new analysis finds that people with disabilities are no more likely to be featured in top films today as compared to a decade ago.
Target Works To Boost Accessibility At Stores
In a first-of-its-kind move, Target says it is making self-checkout more accessible to people with disabilities at locations nationwide.
AMC Theatres Accused Of Disability Discrimination
The nation's largest movie theater chain illegally forced out an employee with cerebral palsy after two decades on the job, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says.