DW Disability News Service: News, Research, Events

Latest Disabled World Disability News, Events and Information

The Dark Side of Tattoo Ink: Toxins and Immune Effects

Tattoo inks contain heavy metals and chemicals that may cause allergic reactions, immune dysfunction, and long-term health risks.

Over-Tourism Forces Cities to Limit Visitor Numbers

Communities worldwide combat over-tourism through fees, visitor caps, and promotion of alternative sites while balancing economic benefits with livability.

ChatGPT Health: AI-Assisted Healthcare and Its Promise for Seniors and People with Disabilities

ChatGPT Health offers 24/7 medical information access that could transform healthcare for seniors and people with disabilities facing traditional barriers.

Quantum Biology: Revolutionizing Future Healthcare

Quantum biology reveals how quantum mechanics operates in living systems, offering breakthrough treatments for age-related diseases and disabilities.

Top 10 Global Causes of Death

Explore the leading causes of death globally based on WHO data. Heart disease, COVID-19, and stroke top the list affecting millions annually.

Political Ideologies: A Guide to the Disability Political Spectrum

Explore major political ideologies from socialism to libertarianism and learn how different philosophies address disability rights and senior welfare issues.

Mediterranean Diet Score: Key to Healthy Aging

Mediterranean diet scoring systems assess adherence to heart-healthy eating patterns that may reduce cognitive decline and physical disability in older adults.

Understanding Neuromental Health: An Exploration of Brain-Mind Connections

Neuromental health encompasses the intricate relationship between neurological and mental conditions, affecting cognition, emotion, and behavior across lifespans.

Daylight DC-1 Tablet Review: Distraction-Free Creating

Personal review of the Daylight DC-1 tablet with paper-like display, perfect for outdoor use, distraction-free writing, and reducing screen time naturally.

Media Representation & UK Disability on Screen Today

UK television's disability representation has improved, but critical viewing reveals gaps between visibility and authentic, nuanced portrayals of diverse experiences.

New Laws for People with Disabilities in the US in 2025

Legislative changes in 2025 brought accessibility gains for disabled Americans despite significant Medicaid cuts affecting essential services and supports.

Cayman Islands: Accessible Caribbean Paradise Guide

Accessible Cayman Islands guide highlights flat terrain, wheelchair-friendly beaches, historic sites, and diverse activities ideal for travelers with mobility needs.

Chapter 11. Discrimination Against People With Disabilities

Analysis of disability discrimination across education, employment, and social life, combining research with lived experience to illuminate barriers and solutions.

NHS Steroid Treatment Cards: Essential Safety for Patients

The NHS steroid emergency card protects patients on corticosteroids, especially seniors and people with disabilities, from life-threatening risks.

ADHD Stimulants Work Through Reward, Not Attention

New peer-reviewed research shows stimulant ADHD medications boost alertness and reward processing rather than attention control, with important sleep implications.

Beyond Disability: A Matter of Listening

Scholarly philosophical exploration of disability beyond conventional norms, blending lived experience with theory to redefine ability and human potential.

Transforming a Disability Through Everyday Life Experiences

Chabert redefines disability beyond convention, exploring how creativity and environment transform limitations into possibilities through lived experience.

Othering Podcast: When Community Is Needed More Than Ever

Discover the Othering Podcast, where disabled and LGBTQ+ voices share stories of resilience, community, and the vital importance of being heard.

Nicole LeBlanc and the Radical Practice of Dignity

Disability policy consultant Nicole LeBlanc advocates for person-centered services, economic justice, and the dignity of risk for disabled workers and community members.

Crystal River Florida: Manatees, History, and Access

Overview of Crystal River, Florida, featuring manatees, accessible parks, archaeology, wildlife refuges, and a rich blend of natural and cultural history.