Disability News from around the World

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From news of new laws and legislations passed in various countries that may effect the disabled and the elderly, to off beat news, you'll find we try to cover a bit of everything in our disability news articles below.

We also welcome interesting news item submissions from you that you think other readers can benefit from to compliment our elderly and disability news section.

UK Autism Song Open Every Door released for UN World Autism Day
A song for autism, 'Open Every Door,' was released in the United Kingdom to mark the first ever United Nations World Autism Awareness Day.

Antibiotic Resistance
The problem of dealing with antibiotic resistance is a complex one. Some bacterial agents have developed their resistance only to certain agents - though those agents are the ones that are prescribed as treatment.

Human Tissue Bank Scandal
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ordered human body tissue recovery and distribution company Biomedical Tissue Services, Ltd. to cease manufacturing human body tissue.

Global Orthopedic Surgery
According to the United States Census Bureau, nearly 47 million Americans had no medical insurance as of 2005. Statistics in Britain and Canada are alarming as well. Global healthcare has become a very viable option and alternative to address those seeking orthopedic treatments and surgeries.

Distance Advice - Snowdrop
My name is Andrew Brereton and I was the father of a child who suffered with profound  brain injuries, which caused a mixture of symptoms, - some of quadriplegic cerebral palsy and some of autism, although neither of those diagnoses do justice to the true nature and severity of his brain injuries! Unfortunately, Daniel passed away four years ago, suffering a series of brainstem strokes.

Autism Campaign welcomes UN World Autism Awareness Day
(London, UK) The Autism Awareness Campaign UK welcomed the launch of the first ever United Nations World Autism Awareness Day on Wednesday 2nd April 2008 declared by the United Nations General Assembly. The campaign is delighted that Qatar backed this resolution and that the Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon has had the vision to see this through.

Disability Martial Arts Association
This club was set up to help people with disabilities and their families become involved in martial arts. Working side by side with the Disability Martial Arts Association (a registered charity) the club is run by David and Stephen Lee (father and son),

Disability News Video Clips and Feeds
All the very latest disability news bought straight to your computer via video clips. See and hear the latest daily news of interest to people with disabilities.

Patrick Swayze Pancreatic Cancer
Patrick Swayze was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in late January 2008 and has been undergoing chemotherapy and other treatments at the Stanford University Medical Center.

Should Challenged Athletes be banned from Olympics?
If they qualified for the Olympic Games, challenged athletes such as Ironman Sarah Reinersten, Major David Rozelle and 9-year-old Jake Frank would not be allowed to participate following a recent decision by the IAAF, which makes the rules. The ruling is now under appeal. The prosthetic in question is made in Orange County, but is used world-wide. Read more, join the discussion, vote, see a video, slide show and info graphic. Visit website

New Online Medical Testing Website
Private Lab Testing, a confidential health testing and screening website, recently announced the unveiling of their brand new extensive website. The services provided by this website are for all types of medical blood and urine testing. Featuring many testing services under $40 and discounted test packages.

Fake Drugs Flood the Market
Fake and ineffective drugs flood the global market and millions of people are suffering because of this. This startling fact comes from the World Health Organization (WHO) that recently called the proliferation of fake drugs a "silent epidemic" that affects people from all walks of life.

Development Programs for Low Income Children
Development programs are the powerful determinant for the low-income children. Many public programs provide the services towards the welfare of poor children. These programs improve the social skills and problem solving abilities. These programs create awareness for the low-income families in all their lively aspects. Effective policies and programs can improve the lives of the low-income children.

Studies On Natural Health Flawed
In a new study and commentary in Free Radical Biology and Medicine, researchers concluded that the levels of vitamin E necessary to reduce oxidative stress are four to eight times higher than those used in almost all past clinical trials.

Overcoming Media Sensationalism: Finding Calm in a World of Irrational Fears
The media has gotten into a state of sensationalism as of late, focusing on the negative aspects of modern life. However, despite all the fear and anxiety that the media portrays, there really isn't all that much to worry about, as most of the disasters shown are either unavoidable or are rare exceptions.

Businesses Fight Broadening of Disability Act
The ADA Restoration Act will change the definition of disability in the ADA so that the law covers the people it was intended to protect. As of now, 97% of court rulings are decided upon the employers favor because the definition of disability as gotten more narrow.

A Trial Down in Texas Moves Closer
The dietary supplement complaint against Utopia Silver owner Ben Taylor appears headed towards an inevitable trial and the next step in the process, a hearing to determine interrogatories, discovery, inspection and sanctions is set to for this coming Wednesday, October 3rd in the 200th District Court, Judge Triana, at the Travis County Courthouse in Austin.

Health and Insurance
Forty seven million people have no insurance, 2.2 million more than last year, with health insurance coverage up 87% since 2000 according to AARP.

Disabled Girl Barred from Nightclub Crutches Deemed Offensive Weapons
A nightclub's decision to turn away a disabled girl on crutches has been branded 'absolutely ludicrous' by the Disability Rights Commission. Visit website

Josh Fattig Illustrator of the Annie Books Series Featured on Global Talk Radio
Josh Fattig, like many teenagers, enjoys music, art, driving with friends, and chatting online.

AIM Messenger 6.1 will be available in JAWS 8.0
AOL and Freedom Scientific are happy to announce that screen reader support for AIM Messenger 6.1 will be available in JAWS 8.0. JAWS 8 is expected at the end of November. Visit website

Ricky DeRennaux a finalist on American Inventor
Ricky DeRennaux is an ODEP HS/HT grantee and was a finalist on the show, American Inventor.

National Outreach Iniative Launched to Help Children Fight Autism
Boonton Township, NJ (August 23, 2007) – DAD, the nation’s largest non-profit school and community outreach organization, dedicated to helping children fight Autism, and other disabilities with music, today announced the launch of the National DAD Drum Therapy® Tour, and the DAD Mobile Drum Therapy® Center.

Lee Scott Parliamentary Debate on Autism
An unstoppable momentum has been created by the landmark debate on autism launched by the influential parliamentarian, Lee Scott, MP for Ilford North. The debate on autism took place in Westminster Hall in the Palace of Westminster on 7th March 2007.

UK - Prime Minister Tony Blair speaks out on Autism
Tony Blair, Britain's Prime Minister spoke out on autism in Prime Minister's Questions in the House of Commons in Westminster, London on Wednesday 222nd March 2007. The influential parliamentarian, Lee Scott, MP for Ilford North raised the issue with the Prime Minister in PMQs.

U.S. Department of Education
As a student with a disability, you need to be well informed about your rights and responsibilities as well as the responsibilities postsecondary schools have toward you. Being well informed will help ensure you have a full opportunity to enjoy the benefits of the postsecondary education.

Autism Campaign Push for Change at Labour Party Conference
The Autism Awareness Campaign UK are pushing for real change at this year's Labour Party Conference in Manchester.

Colours Wheelchairs Receives Prestigious - Freedom of Mobility - Award
Wheels For Humanity, a non-profit organization which assists disabled people around the world, awards Colours Wheelchair the "Freedom of Mobility Award."

Autism Awareness Campaign UK Humberside Tragedy
Ivan and Charika Corea of the Autism Awareness Campaign UK are calling on Prime Minister Tony Blair and the Government to undertake a review of autism and public services in the light of the Humberside Tragedy.