Updated Publications From Disabled World
Listed below are the most recently updated publications, articles, peer reviewed papers, and helpful resources, from the Disabled World (DW) website. We regularly review, refresh and add to our content collection so that you'll find the latest research, commentary, guides and resources relevant to disability, health, accessibility and inclusion.
The page features articles covering topics such as assistive technology, disability terminology, accessibility challenges, medical conditions, and community issues. It also includes updated versions of previously published pieces, revised to reflect the most recent information, corrections, or improved clarity.
By centralizing recently updated content in one place, we help readers stay current with evolving developments in disability policy, assistive technology, medical research, and language. Seeing items marked as updated also reinforces confidence in the quality of our information. This approach saves time by providing a single destination for new or refreshed material, and offers variety through a mix of commentary, guides, technical papers, and resources that serve both personal and professional interests.
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| Title and Description | Updated |
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| Notable Figures with Hearing Impairments Who Made History Discover famous people with hearing impairments who have shaped history, proving that deafness is no barrier to remarkable achievement and innovation. | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Accessible Games Websites for Blind and Disabled Players Accessible games websites for blind, low vision and disabled players, with free audio games, text-based games and updated notes on which sites still operate. | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda: 2026 Tracking the 2026 Bundibugyo virus outbreak across DR Congo and Uganda, with dated WHO figures on confirmed cases, deaths, case fatality rates, and response. | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Arthritis in Veterans and the U.S. Military: Data and Care Arthritis affects about one in three U.S. veterans - current data on osteoarthritis in the military, combat joint injury, VA ratings, research and care. | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Canada Restricts Six Phthalates in Toys and Child Care Items Health Canada regulations restrict six phthalates in soft vinyl toys and child care articles to limit chemical exposure in infants and young children in Canada. | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Sallie Mae Insurance Services: 2012 Launch and What Changed Sallie Mae Insurance Services launched in 2012 with tuition, renters and health insurance for college students - what it offered and what families can use now. | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Cost Plus Drugs Pricing Could Save Medicare $1.29 Billion Vanderbilt study in the Journal of Urology finds Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs pricing could save Medicare $1.29 billion a year on nine generic urological drugs. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Famous Individuals Diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Explore an extensive curated list of famous people diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND), from Stephen Hawking and Lou Gehrig to sports and arts figures. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| List of Famous People Who Use or Have Used Wheelchairs Meet famous people who use or have used wheelchairs, from presidents and scientists to actors, athletes, and activists who shaped the world around them. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Stephen Hawking, Disability, and the Limits of Motivation Stephen Hawking viewed through decision architecture, showing how assistive technology and support systems extend human agency when motivation meets hard limits. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement Debate: Experts Respond Linus Pauling Institute researchers dispute claims that multivitamin and mineral supplements are useless, citing widespread micronutrient gaps in U.S. diets. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Early End of Life Care Talks Linked to Less Aggressive Care Study of 1,231 advanced cancer patients links earlier end of life care discussions to less aggressive treatment in final days and greater use of hospice care. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Deep Learning Blood Test Aging Clock Spans Three Populations Peer-reviewed study trains a deep learning aging clock on Canadian, South Korean and Eastern European blood tests to predict biological age and mortality risk. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| 10 End-of-Life Care Questions to Ask Your Aging Parents Ten questions from Hospice Foundation of America to guide end-of-life care talks with aging parents, covering final wishes, palliative care and hospice options. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Hypervitaminosis D: Vitamin D Overdose Symptoms and Risks Hypervitaminosis D, or vitamin D toxicity, is rising, as a BMJ case report links supplement overdose to high blood calcium, kidney injury and a hospital stay. | 6 Oct 2026 |
| In-Shell Pistachios Cut Calorie Intake by 41%, Studies Find Two studies in the journal Appetite found in-shell pistachios cut calorie intake by 41 percent, with leftover shells acting as visual cues that slow snacking. | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Why High Blood Pressure Treatment Needs New Approaches Wake Forest Baptist research on high blood pressure treatment finds sex differences in hypertension and questions whether systolic targets below 120 help. | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Vertigo and Meniere's Disease: Living With Dizzy Spells First-person account of living with Meniere's disease and vertigo, describing attack symptoms, common triggers, types of vertigo, diagnosis and daily impact. | 4 Oct 2026 |
| Heart Murmurs: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Heart murmurs explained - innocent and abnormal causes, symptoms in children and adults, how murmurs are graded and diagnosed, and current treatment options. | 4 Oct 2026 |
| Traveling with a Catheter: Flying, Security and Hygiene Tips Practical advice on traveling with a urinary catheter, from packing carry-on supplies and clearing airport security to in-flight hygiene and trips abroad. | 4 Oct 2026 |
| Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Risk in Firefighters Firefighters have about twice the expected rate of mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos in older buildings, and protective steps can lower their exposure. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Mesothelioma Risk by Occupation: Jobs With Asbestos Exposure Occupations linked to mesothelioma from asbestos exposure, including insulators, shipbuilders and veterans, with CDC data on latency, family risk and treatment. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Asbestos Exposure in Veterans: Mesothelioma and VA Claims Veterans exposed to asbestos, especially Navy and shipyard personnel, face a higher risk of mesothelioma and may qualify for VA disability compensation. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Mesothelioma Complementary Therapies: Evidence and Safety Complementary therapies for mesothelioma, including acupuncture, massage, yoga and TENS, with current evidence, safety cautions and Medicare coverage notes. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Vermiculite and Asbestos in Garden Soil: Risks and Safety Vermiculite in potting soil can carry traces of asbestos - see what EPA testing found, how the Libby mine was involved, and how gardeners can cut dust exposure. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Pleural Mesothelioma: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Pleural mesothelioma is a rare asbestos-related cancer of the chest lining - its symptoms, diagnosis, stages, treatment options and SSA Compassionate Allowance. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| 9/11 Asbestos Exposure and Long-Term Mesothelioma Risk Asbestos released in the 9/11 World Trade Center collapse exposed first responders and lower Manhattan residents to a long-term risk of mesothelioma cancer. | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Smoking, Asbestos Exposure and Mesothelioma Risk Explained Smoking does not cause mesothelioma, yet in people exposed to asbestos it weakens the lungs and multiplies lung cancer risk, making quitting a key first step. | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Retinoblastoma: Childhood Eye Cancer Symptoms and Treatment Retinoblastoma is a rare childhood eye cancer of the retina - covering symptoms, heritable and non-heritable causes, RB1 genetic testing, and treatment options. | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Maple Syrup Urine Disease: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is an inherited metabolic disorder - review its causes, newborn symptoms, types, diagnosis, and lifelong dietary treatment. | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Baby Growth Percentile Calculator for Ages 0 to 36 Months Track your baby's weight, length, and head circumference from birth to 36 months with a growth percentile calculator based on WHO and CDC reference data. | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Social Security Compassionate Allowances Conditions List Alphabetical list of Social Security Compassionate Allowances conditions that fast-track SSDI and SSI disability claims, with decisions in as little as ten days. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Peritoneal Mesothelioma: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Peritoneal mesothelioma is a rare asbestos-related cancer of the abdominal lining, with details on symptoms, wet and dry types, diagnosis and treatment options. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Lung-Sparing Surgery Plus PDT Shows Mesothelioma Promise Penn study finds lung-sparing surgery combined with photodynamic therapy gave pleural mesothelioma patients longer survival than surgery that removes the lung. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Mesothelioma Cancer: Types, Symptoms and Asbestos Exposure Mesothelioma cancer guide covering pleural, peritoneal and pericardial types, common symptoms, high-risk jobs, asbestos exposure and its long latency period. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Barbara McQueen Urges Congress to Ban Asbestos in the U.S. Barbara McQueen, widow of actor Steve McQueen, urged Congress to ban asbestos in the U.S. after his mesothelioma death, citing ongoing risks from asbestos. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Olive Leaf Oleuropein Shows Promise Against Mesothelioma Italian lab research finds oleuropein, a compound in olive leaf extract, slowed the growth of malignant mesothelioma cells, pointing to a possible new therapy. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Pediatric Mesothelioma: Causes, Symptoms and Exposure Risks Pediatric mesothelioma is a rare childhood cancer, with details on how children are exposed to asbestos at home, warning symptoms and challenges in diagnosis. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Asbestosis vs Mesothelioma: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Compare asbestosis and mesothelioma, two asbestos exposure diseases, with clear details on causes, lung scarring, cancer symptoms, latency and treatment options. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Mesothelioma Treatment Options: Surgery, Chemo and Radiation Guide to mesothelioma treatment options including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and alternative therapies, with cancer staging and survival outlook explained. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Rethinking People-First Language in Disability Terms A critical look at people-first language in the disability community, why critics say it fails to change attitudes, and how relationships drive real inclusion. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| HXR9 Drug Halts Mesothelioma Tumor Growth in Mouse Study HXR9, an experimental drug targeting HOX genes, stopped mesothelioma tumor growth in mice by triggering apoptosis, while HOXB4 levels predicted patient survival. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Autism and Pain: Study Finds Heightened Pain Sensitivity Autistic adults show normal pain thresholds yet higher pain sensitivity and weaker inhibition of long-lasting pain, challenging the belief they feel less pain. | 1 Oct 2026 |
| George to the Rescue Renovates Home for Quadriplegic Student NBC's George to the Rescue and volunteer builders renovate a Long Island home for a quadriplegic student with an elevator, ramp, and voice-controlled systems. | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Partial vs Total Disability Insurance Definitions Explained How partial and total disability definitions in insurance policies affect benefits, including own occupation, any occupation, and residual earnings loss rules. | 30 Sep 2026 |
| List of Incurable Diseases and Conditions from A to Z An A to Z list of currently incurable diseases and conditions, from terminal illnesses to chronic, rare, genetic, and autoimmune disorders that can be managed. | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Hemiplegia Explained: Causes, Types, Symptoms, and Outlook Hemiplegia is paralysis on one side of the body, often caused by stroke or brain injury, covering alternating and childhood hemiplegia, symptoms, and outlook. | 30 Sep 2026 |