Stories from June 2009
Test Could Identify Autism, Other Disorders In Embryo
It could be possible to test embryos for nearly any inherited disorder within the next year, researchers say.
Scoop Essentials: Finding The Perfect Digs
How to find the best living situation. Plus, transitioning to it and getting support along the way.
Wheelchairs Of The Future To Be Controlled By Thought
New wheelchair technology from Toyota responds to commands from a user's brain waves.
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People With Disabilities Voting In Record Numbers
More Americans with disabilities voted in the 2008 presidential election than in any before, a new study reveals.
Hospitals To Improve Care For People With Disabilities
Two of the nation's top hospitals will spend millions to improve accessibility and train employees to better serve people with disabilities.
Attorney General Urges Broader Hate Crimes Protections
The pressure is on for the Senate to enact hate crimes legislation to include protections for people with disabilities.
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House Bill Mandates Autism Coverage For Military
Autism treatment, including behavior therapy, would be required for the estimated 13,000 military children who have the disorder.
Insurer To Require Prior Authorization For Psychiatric Help
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida is striking back after a federal law required expansion of mental health coverage.
No State Meets Community Living Obligation, Report Says
Ten years after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of community-based living, many, if not most, people living in institutional settings could live in the community at a lower cost.
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Special Needs Present Extra Hurdles For Grandparents
Grandparents care for nearly 200,000 American children with disabilities. But with limited income and health issues of their own, caregiving can be particularly demanding for this crowd.
Scoop Essentials: The Good Doc Is In
When behavior strikes, are meds the answer? The pros and cons of psychiatric medication revealed.
Housing Vouchers To Help People Stay Out Of Institutional Settings
The government is offering 4,000 rental assistance vouchers to people with disabilities, 1,000 of which will be targeted to people transitioning out of institutional settings.