Disability Community News March 2009 Episode 1

By Thomas C. Weiss - Mar 1, 2009 12:01:36 PM

The Disabled World Disability Community Newsletter for March 2009 Episode 1.

Disability Community Newsletter
March 1st, 2009

Vancouver 2010 Unveils Designs for 2010 Olympic Torch

The Olympic Torch and Olympic Torchbearer uniforms for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games, designed by iconic Canadian companies Bombardier and the Hudson’s Bay Company respectively, were introduced today to Canada and the world in the mountain resort of Whistler, home to alpine skiing, sliding and Nordic events for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games that begin one year from today.

Windows Vista Speech Recognition and Narrator
By Disabled World

Windows Vista can now be controlled by voice input, you can tell your computer what to do instead of searching for letters on your keyboard.

Not only can this save time, but for anyone with sight disabilities this is more then a luxury, it is a must. This feature is standard on the Windows Vista operating system.

The Speech recognition program can be mixed with a built in narrator which makes your computer talk back by reading all texts or actions taking place. When the computer is set to voice command there no longer has to be any interaction with the mouse and keyboard. Basically giving almost everyone the ability to use a computer regardless of disabilities.

Shoulder Rotator Cuff Pain and Exercises
By Steven Jay

What is the Rotator Cuff?

Rotator cuff tendonitis and tears are common disorders of some of the muscles that control movement of the arm and shoulder. Rotator cuff tendonitis and tears are collectively known as Impingement Syndrome.

The rotator cuff refers to a group of muscles and their corresponding tendons, whose main function lies in stabilizing the shoulder. Wrapped around the shoulder joint, these tendons and muscles make it possible for the shoulder to engage in a wider range of motion. With the rotator cuff, the arm is able to rotate. This ability to rotate helps when you lift something overhead, when you use your arms for activities like swimming and bowling or when you do something as simple as putting a jacket on.

Digital Photography Tricks and Tips
By Alice Smart

Digital photography has revolutionized picture taking, no more old school film and driving to the drug store and waiting for film to develop. Digital cameras allow the photographer the luxury of concentrating on taking pictures and simply delete away those that are not up to standards.

Prior to looking at effective digital photography techniques, it is important to understand the difference between the old school film cameras and the new digital technology. Same as the old school film SLR (single reflex lens) cameras, digital SLR or DSLR (digital single reflex lens) camera use lenses and mirror. But instead of a film that records the image, a DSLR camera uses light sensor chips and digital memory. In other words, a DSLR camera is the computerized version of the traditional SLR camera.

Lung Cancer Symptoms
By Disabled World

Much research work has been dedicated to find out the first symptoms of lung cancer. Cancer is that painful disease that needs no introduction and cancer of the lung is one of its most common forms. It is said that early detection of cancer is the key to its prevention.

Extensive research works conducted at Mesothelioma research clinics have uncovered some symptoms of lung cancer closely linked with the disease.

Nationwide Monitor Service Helps Lost Autistic Children and Adults
By AUTISM EMERGENCY ALERT SERVICE LLC

Immediate emergency blitz to Police/Rescue, family, friends, neighbors, schools, and the media with pictures and the personal profile of the missing autistic person prompts faster action and eases a little worry for parents and caregivers.

Johnny was just four years old when he jumped two chain link fences in his bare feet and diapers and fell into a swimming pool at a neighbor’s house. What could have been a disaster turned out OK when the neighbor jumped into the pool and dragged him out. Johnny is nine years old now and a privacy fence is up in our yard, but the dangers associated with autism still exist today.

California's Single Seniors Lacking Sufficient Income to Pay Bills
By University of California - Los Angeles

Nearly half a million elders living alone in California cannot make ends meet, lacking sufficient income to pay for a minimum level of housing, food, health care, transportation and other basic expenses, according to a new policy brief by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research and the Insight Center for Community Economic Development.

The brief, "Half-Million Older Californians Living Alone Unable to Make Ends Meet," will be released today at a state legislative hearing on the growing economic plight of California's seniors jointly held by Assemblyman Jim Beall Jr. (D-San Jose), chairman of the Human Services Committee, and Assemblywoman Bonnie Lowenthal (D-Long Beach), chairwoman of the Aging and Long-Term Care Committee.

VA Refinance Loans Help During Tough Economic Times
By Isacc Davis

Many Americans, including our veterans, may be feeling the effects of current economic tough times. And, many homeowners fear that if they don't get some relief fast, foreclosures may be in their future. Relief may be in sight now that the Veterans' Benefits Improvement Act of 2008 has established new and better VA loan conditions.

The bill sponsored by Senator Daniel Akaka (D- HI) and signed by the president into law October 10, 2008, includes major impacts to the VA Home Loan Guaranty Program. Understanding these impacts can help VA-eligible borrowers who qualify refinance under the new VA loan benefits and possibly stave off financial dire straits.

Explore Aboriginal Australia
By Mairead Foley

Australia is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world, yet it's also one of the most urbanized. The Anglo-Australian culture is mainly concentrated in the cities, so if you want to experience Aboriginal culture you'll have to head out of the city and into the outback.

Aboriginal Australia

The most famous of the Aboriginal sites is Uluru (aka Ayers Rock). This is located within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park which is situated in the southern reaches of the Northern Territory but it's pretty much located in the centre of the continent. The Kata Tjuta National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and it covers 1326 sq kms. In addition to Uluru, the park contains many more mountains that share a similar appearance to Uluru but their origin is very different.

Ergonomically Designed Shower Wheelchair
By Disabled World

The ability to quickly hop in the shower is considered an enjoyable, daily ritual for many people.

However, for injured or disabled individuals, or those battling diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Multiple Sclerosis or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), taking a nice, relaxing shower is a huge challenge. There are countless injuries caused from falls in the tub or shower every year. Often, a fall for an older adult can result in a hip fracture or other serious injury, even death.

Applying for SSA Disability: The Significance of Residual Functional Capacity
By Harry W. Glasser

When you apply for disability, one of the steps the Social Security Administration will use to evaluate your disability is by comparing your disabling condition to a published set of standards referred to as the Listing of Impairments.

This listing is a specific description of common medical problems the SSA considers as disabling. If you have a particular impairment that is on the Listing and your symptoms and limitations are the same as the criteria described for the impairment, your claim will likely be approved. However, this rarely happens.

Reseachers See Brain Memory
By University of Oregon

People voluntarily pick what information they store in short-term memory. Now, using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), researchers can see just what information people are holding in memory based only on patterns of activity in the brain.

Psychologists from the University of Oregon and the University of California, San Diego, reported their findings in the February issue of Psychological Science. By analyzing blood-flow activity, they were able to identify the specific color or orientation of an object that was intentionally stored by the observer.

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