Weekly roundup: this week in disability news
From the first ever British Sign Language interpreter in the history of Prime Minister’s Questions to raising awareness during Tinnitus Week, a lot has happened in the world of disability this week.
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Disability worldwide this International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Across the world, one billion people – or 15 per cent of the worldwide population – live with a disability. Each year, International Day of Persons with Disabilities works to raise awareness and celebrate disability; and 2019 is no different.
Emmerdale actor with cerebral palsy calls for wider disability awareness
James Moore has called for greater awareness and knowledge on how disability can impact a person’s motor skills after he was wrongfully pulled over by police, suspected of drink driving.
Opening opportunities during Deafblind Awareness Week
Get outside and revel in the benefits of the great outdoors during Deafblind Awareness Week, taking place from 24 to 30 June.
People with a learning disability are experiencing social isolation because of disability
During Learning Disability Week (17 – 23 June) it is a time to raise awareness of learning disability and get people connected. However, new research from Mencap has found that bullying is causing more people with learning disabilities to experience isolation.
Worldwide spotlight during International Day of Disabled Persons 2018
To celebrate International Day of Disabled Persons, we spotlight the countries improving care, understanding, and inclusivity for disabled people worldwide.
Christmas-themed children’s book sheds light on Williams Syndrome
Christmas-themed children’s book, The Star of Wonder, will include a character with Williams Syndrome.
Carpool Karaoke for World Down Syndrome Day
Across the pond comedian and presenter James Corden has found fame with his Carpool Karaoke skit on his show, The Late Late Show with James…
Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week: Living with a wonky bowel
Enable editor Lindsay Cochrane shares her experience with inflammatory bowel disease. There are two things in life that I absolutely love talking about. One…
What does mental health look like in developing countries?
Today marks World Mental Health Day, 24 hours dedicated to raising awareness of and reflect upon the challenges faced by those with mental health difficulties across…
Meet the Down Syndrome Stars Taking Over Social Media
October marks the start of Down Syndrome Awareness Month – the chance to celebrate those with the condition and make the world aware of all…
Understanding Marfan Syndrome
By Shannon McGarrity Marfan syndrome is a genetic connective tissue disorder which can affect almost any area of the body. Symptoms include hypermobile joints, lens…
Recognising achievement is the key to changing perceptions on disability
Shaw Trust is marking International Day of Persons with Disabilities by recognising the achievements of key leaders in the disabled community across the United Kingdom….
Thousands run the risk of stroke by ignoring early warning signs
Stroke Association report reveals people dismiss mini-stroke as ‘just a funny turn’ Thousands of people are putting themselves at risk of a stroke by dismissing…
Irwin Mitchell Teams Up With Children’s Charity To Launch Writing Competition
Law Firm Supports KIDS Charity To Raise Awareness Of Living With Disability National law firm Irwin Mitchell is teaming to with children’s charity KIDS to…