Disability and chronic pain made motherhood isolating for Megan
Megan Blin had spent much of her young life “pretending” she didn’t have any physical limitations. But when…
How living with a disability in regional Australia poses extra challenges
Grace fell yesterday. As she fell, she hit her hand on a cupboard and tore skin off the…
Japan’s Yui Kamiji eyes Wimbledon glory as she continues mission to spread joy of wheelchair tennis
Last year, Yui Kamiji fell just one victory short of sweeping all four wheelchair singles grand slam titles…
Dance performance takes on expectations of disability, demanding the right to take risks
It started with a group outing to a bowling alley. Michelle Ryan, artistic director of Restless Dance Theatre,…
Scientists identify common symptom patterns in post-COVID-19 vaccination syndrome
A large Japanese registry study identifies common symptom patterns and recovery timelines in patients with persistent post-COVID-19 vaccination…
Family’s quest for sensory-safe playgrounds following daughter’s tragic death at The Grotto lookout
The father of Airlie Montgomery says “it feels like a week ago” that he was told the unimaginable…
Parents and disability advocates shocked as specialist service AEIOU closes with no notice
Petula Laporte, whose four-year-old son Callum has a level three autism diagnosis, received an email yesterday informing her…
Cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines linked to higher stroke risk
A massive analysis of more than 100 million participants reveals that several commonly used illicit substances may raise…
Long-read whole genome sequencing uncovers new genetic variants linked to autism
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have identified new genetic variants associated with autism spectrum disorder…
BCAT2 enzyme identified as a target for diabetic foot recovery
Diabetic macrovascular complications are the main cause of death and disability in diabetes patients, of which vascular calcification…
Influencer Uncle Tics reveals New Zealander of the Year Local Hero Award nomination was rescinded after skit backlash
“That’s not going forward anymore,” Clarke said after Letele asked about the nomination, which the former boxer won…
Team Palestine breaks new ground at para-cycling championships
In a fierce display of resilience and athletic excellence, Team Palestine made history scoring fourth in Asia with…