Stories from January 2010
Ad Campaign Gives Disabilities Workplace Cool-Factor
A new national push to promote hiring of people with disabilities focuses on the many quirks that are accepted in the office.
Doctor Whose Research Prompted Autism-Vaccine Scare Acted Unethically
The doctor whose research first triggered fears of a link between autism and vaccines acted unethically, a British medical panel has found.
Outrage After White House Chief Drops ‘R-Word’
A media report quoting Rahm Emanuel using the word "retarded" drew fire from advocates who called the slip up a repeat offense as the White House worked swiftly to quell the matter.
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Botox On Trial In Death Of Girl With Cerebral Palsy
Just days after two neurology groups published guidelines calling Botox a safe and effective treatment for cerebral palsy, a mom will argue the drug killed her daughter.
Under Pressure, Duncan To Release States’ Restraint And Seclusion Policies
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan pledged to have a "real clear plan" in every state at the start of this school year. Now officials say information will be released soon.
Doctors Spot Developmental Delays, But Treatment Often Lacking
Pediatricians do a good job of screening children for developmental delays, but too rarely refer children with suspected delays for further treatment, new research indicates.
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Visual Tests Expected To Better Assess Students With Disabilities
In an effort to better measure the academic abilities of students with disabilities, Tennessee schools will debut new achievement tests featuring more pictures and graphs.
Neurology Groups Recommend Botox For Cerebral Palsy
Botox can be an effective treatment for spasticity and muscle tightness in kids and adolescents with cerebral palsy, though there are risks, according to new guidelines.
Decision Near In Ethics Probe Of Doctor Who Triggered Autism-Vaccine Fears
The results of an ethics investigation into the doctor whose controversial research sparked fears of a link between autism and vaccines are expected this week.
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Schools Make Plea For Surrogate Advocates
For special education students without parents to advocate on their behalf, surrogate advocates are a lifeline. But these volunteers can be hard to come by.
Mom With Intellectual Disability Unfit To Raise Baby, Authorities Say
A pregnant woman who fled to Ireland after British authorities told her she wasn't smart enough to raise a baby was ultimately forced to give up her child anyway.
ACLU Steps In After IEP Team Says No To Service Dog
The ACLU is accusing a Michigan school district of violating the rights of a girl with cerebral palsy after the girl's educational team said she did not need her service dog at school.