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HBO’s Max Expands Availability Of New Accessibility Option

A major streaming service is beefing up its commitment to accessibility by adding a unique option for people with disabilities to one of its biggest hits.

April 1, 2025

Social Security Eases Off Recent Changes

Facing pushback, the Social Security Administration is backing off some changes that could have posed barriers for people with disabilities.

April 1, 2025

‘If They Cut Too Much, People Will Die’: Health Coalition Pushes GOP On Medicaid Funding

Disability advocates, other consumer groups and health industry giants are joining forces to lobby GOP members as House Republicans mull $880 billion in cuts from federal programs.

April 1, 2025

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Trump Administration To Close Agency Promoting Community Living For People With IDD

A government agency that funds services and supports for people with disabilities will be broken up as part of a massive reorganization of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

March 31, 2025
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FDA Green-Lights First Treatment For Prader-Willi Syndrome

Federal regulators are clearing a first-of-its-kind treatment for symptoms of a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by insatiable hunger.

March 28, 2025

States Increasingly Noting Autism, Other Conditions On Driver’s Licenses

To help avoid misunderstandings with police during traffic stops, some states allow people with autism, hearing or other impairments to have their condition noted on their driver's license.

March 28, 2025

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Disability Advocates Worry New Federal Spending Plan Will Lead To More Programs Being Slashed

After months of delays, lawmakers recently approved a federal funding bill narrowly averting a government shutdown, but advocates say it may bring more questions than answers for disability programs.

March 27, 2025

One-Stop Clinic To Serve Children And Adults With Down Syndrome

A new clinic is one of only a handful nationwide offering those with Down syndrome access to experts, treatment, help with services and information about the latest research and trials.

March 26, 2025
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Trump Says Ed Department Will No Longer Handle ‘Special Needs’

President Donald Trump said he will move special education oversight to Health and Human Services, but the plan is short on specifics and it's unclear whether he has the authority to do so.

March 25, 2025

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Medicaid Recipients Struggle To Find Mental Health Care. Looming Cuts Could Make It Harder

Many Americans live in areas with a mental health care professional shortage. If Medicaid reimbursement rates go down and more providers refuse to see those patients, the shortage would get worse.

March 25, 2025

‘Just Like Me.’ The Story Behind Viral Video Of Boy In Wheelchair At Target

A video of a boy with spina bifida joyfully spotting a Target advertisement featuring another child in a wheelchair has touched the hearts of millions.

March 25, 2025
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Autism Dating Show Returns To Netflix

Following a pair of Emmy wins, a reality show about the dating experiences of people with autism is set to return.

March 24, 2025

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