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US social security will no longer deny disability claims based on ability to work outdated jobs | US social security

The US’s social security administration is no longer considering a number of outdated jobs as possible work opportunities to deny…

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Heat waves linked to higher mortality rates, especially in cities with more renters

As heat warnings spread across North America this week, new Canadian research is shedding light on the health risks from…

2 weeks ago

Third week of July is ‘National Disability Rights Week’

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared July 17 to 23 of every year as the “National Disability Rights Week” as…

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Minister accuses Conservatives of trying to sabotage federal dental program

Health Minister Mark Holland is accusing the Conservatives of trying to "sabotage" the government's dental care program by calling up…

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People with back pain often shy away from movement. Getting in the water may help, experts say

The Current9:00Why your approach to back pain could be all wrongAidan O'Leary, 77, has suffered with back pain brought on…

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Researchers find a single, surprising gene behind a disorder that causes intellectual disability

This microscope image shows the 46 human chromosomes, blue, with telomeres appearing as white pinpoints. Scientists have found the genetic…

1 month ago

Globe Advances Inclusivity Through Disability Sensitivity Training

Upon joining Globe in March, Cristina Guanzon seamlessly integrated into the team, despite living with deafness. She found no difficulty…

1 month ago

Alberta man stunned when disability payments decreased during spouse’s maternity leave

When Trent and Seana Tatomir looked at their bank account right before Christmas 2023, they were shocked. "Merry Christmas," Trent said.…

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Man gravely injured after saving family from fire awarded US$80,000 by China court despite insurer’s ‘self-inflicted’ claim

A man in central China achieved success in a legal battle against his insurance provider which denied his claim despite…

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One in eight pregnant people have a disability, but report shows gaps exist in the provision of accessible care

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain People with disabilities account for 13% of all pregnancies in Ontario, but a new report shows…

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