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03/16/2026

Did you know nearly half of adults with disabilities live in households where someone has been involved in a court case, according to a recent national poll by The Pew Charitable Trusts?

Learn more about what the data reveals and why researchers say this matters for accessibility in the justice system.

Nearly half of adults with disabilities live in households in which someone has been involved in a court case, according to a recent national poll by The Pew Charitable Trusts. This is the first known data on the prevalence of this population’s court interaction, which is significantly higher than...

03/12/2026

Major companies like Starbucks, Walmart, and CVS are working with disability advocates through The Access Coalition to make retail spaces more inclusive. Their new playbook outlines practical ways businesses can go beyond ADA requirements and create spaces that work better for everyone.

Advocates are working with some of the nation's most recognizable companies in an effort to increase disability access in retail spaces.

03/10/2026

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03/09/2026

“The devices he has developed are simple but quite impactful, and they enable a greater level of independence for these children," said James Engels, M.D.

Using the resources available to students at VCU, Nihal Patel has designed and created a variety of custom devices to address unique challenges that are often overlooked.

03/06/2026

Do you know about noise-induced hearing loss in children? (Hint: It's not just about noise volume, it's about duration, too).

Noise-induced hearing loss is a growing problem for kids. It’s preventable, but you need to understand what causes it and take early preventive measures.

03/05/2026

"In the U.S., the Americans with Disabilities Act has been terrific for helping make public buildings physically accessible and offering protection for a variety of disabilities. But there is a need to think comprehensively about not only the physical environment, but programming, and other aspects of the social environment, which is key to prevent loneliness and social isolation among older people. That is something that more cities will need to do more of."

Most older adults say they want to spend their golden years in their own homes. The reality is more complicated, says urban planning expert.

03/03/2026

Universities from Harvard to Hampshire have admitted significantly more students with disabilities over the last decade, as diagnoses for A.D.H.D. and anxiety increase.

03/03/2026

Language matters.

02/26/2026

When Umang Sharma saw an ad for a $7,000 Braille keyboard, he knew there had to be a better way. Now his nonprofit has grants from Google and Microsoft to distribute a much more affordable version.

02/24/2026

Over the past decade, autism diagnoses have increased dramatically. According to a recent study, that rise was seen primarily among women and girls.

Historically, autism in women has been underdiagnosed because young girls tend not to fit the stereotypes around the condition. But new research is changing the clinical definition of autism and everything we know about it. Learn more: https://on.natgeo.com/3OFGzyr

02/23/2026

This group of men, typically between 50 and 80, started joining 45-minute pilates classes. Read the article below to learn how it helps their health and social connections.

When organisers posted a TikTok promoting 45-minute pilates sessions, the video amassed 2m views. Now plans are afoot for female classes and youth clubs