Cerebral Palsy
Teacher Assistant Didn’t Get Job Because Of Her Cerebral Palsy, Feds Say
A job candidate for a preschool teacher assistant made it through several stages of the hiring process before she was discriminated against because of her disability, according to federal authorities.
Startup Creates Bionic Clothing To Help People With Cerebral Palsy
The leg sleeve, which is expected to be publicly available this year, uses sensors and electrodes to help those with cerebral palsy and similar impairments walk with greater ease.
Pediatricians Get New Guidance On Cerebral Palsy
A pair of major health organizations are issuing new guidance to doctors about how to identify children with cerebral palsy and appropriately treat the condition.
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US Olympic And Paralympic Committee Covered Up Abuse Of Athlete With Autism, Lawsuit Alleges
A Paralympic swimmer with autism and intellectual disability was repeatedly assaulted and raped by a teammate with cerebral palsy and officials were complicit, according to a lawsuit.
Running Chair Worth Thousands Was For Sale — Until Its Owner Read About Woman With Cerebral Palsy
The story of best friends Tyme Fiedorczyk, who has cerebral palsy, and her caregiver, Julia Prendergast, who love to run together, led a woman several states away to gift them a pricey running chair.
Apple, Google Among Tech Giants Committing To Improve Accessibility
Some of the biggest names in technology are part of a newly launched effort to expand accessibility of smartphones and other devices for those with disabilities.
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15-Year Friend Becomes Caregiver For Woman With Cerebral Palsy
Julia Prendergast was 6 when she became a peer buddy for Tyme Fiedorczyk, who has cerebral palsy. Now adults, the two are best friends and Prendergast cares for Fiedorczyk full-time.
Inspired By Ailing Daughter, Family Makes Accessible Clothes For Kids
To honor their daughter with cerebral palsy who doesn't have long to live, a couple started an adaptive clothing company to provide dignity and accessibility for children with disabilities.
Caregiver Shortage Threatens College Dream Of Student With Cerebral Palsy
Noah Spaulding hopes to live on campus at Messiah University this fall, but he has always relied on round-the-clock help and a shortage of caregivers might prevent him from leaving home.
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Medicaid Expanding Offerings For Kids With Severe Needs
Federal Medicaid officials are issuing new guidance aimed at making it easier for children with complex medical conditions like severe autism and cerebral palsy to access the care they need.
First-Ever US Adaptive Championship Puts Spotlight On Golfers With Disabilities
The U.S. Adaptive Open is teeing off, featuring golfers with amputated limbs, Down syndrome, diabetes, a club foot and cerebral palsy in an event that backers hope will inspire others.
Despite Cerebral Palsy, Race Car Driver Only Knows One Speed
He grew up at the track in a racing family. But the fact that Bryan Narducci was almost born at the track, and the circumstances of his birth, are where his story shifts from the typical driver.