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On Broadway, A New Effort To Include Those With Autism
Sensory-friendly Broadway shows have been offered for years, but a new initiative aims to accommodate people with autism at regular performances held on some of the most prominent stages in theater.
Pediatricians Get Guidance On Contraception For Those With IDD
Despite its controversial history, new guidance to the nation's pediatricians recommends that permanent contraception should be an option for individuals with intellectual disability.
‘This Is The Stuff For A Movie’: Standout High School Football Player Has Autism
Byron Lewis is an imposing 6-foot-4, 280-pound senior, a standout lineman who has dreams of winning a state championship this year and possibly playing in college. Oh, and by the way, he has autism.
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Feds Crack Down On Airline Mistreatment Of Passengers With Disabilities
Federal officials are imposing a record-setting $50 million penalty on the nation's largest airline for disability rights violations, a sum 25 times higher than any previous fine for similar issues.
SSI Recipients Will Get An Extra Check In November. Here’s What To Know
A calendar quirk means that individuals with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits will see their payments arrive slightly off schedule.
Major Corporations To Get Neurodiversity Training
In an effort to bolster employment for individuals with autism and other disabilities, Wells Fargo is partnering with a university to help Fortune 500 companies create neurodiversity initiatives.
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Adults In Guardianships Often Never Receive Legal Counsel
In most cases, adults with disabilities who are assigned legal guardians to take charge of their affairs are not represented by lawyers to protect their interests, according to data from one state.
Report: Almost All Students With Disabilities Lack Access To College Readiness Programs
A new analysis of federal civil rights data finds stark disparities in advanced courses, dual-enrollment classes and college admission tests.
Resurgence Of ‘R-Word’ Alarms Disability Advocates
For a decade, disability advocates led a concerted effort to stomp out use of the word "retard." Now they're concerned that the language appears to be making a comeback.
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Disney Movie To Star Actress With Cerebral Palsy
Disney is set to release a movie centering on the experience of a sixth grader with cerebral palsy who's nonverbal, uses a wheelchair and is pursuing an inclusive education.
People With Disabilities Rally Outside Uber And Lyft Over Ride Denials
Several hundred protested outside the headquarters of Uber and Lyft accusing the companies of illegally denying rides to people who are blind and their service animals.
As Election Nears, Presidential Candidates Largely Mum On Disability Issues
People with disabilities are poised to be a powerful voting bloc in the upcoming election, but issues important to this population are getting little attention, advocates say.