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COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a leading cause of disability and death in the U.S., according to the American Lung Association. More than 12.5 million people have been diagnosed with COPD, but millions more may have the disease without knowing it.

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Disabled children can’t afford to use their ventilators this winter. Politicians need to face reality

It’s not fearmongering to suggest that in the absence of proper state support this winter, people are going to die, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK

What is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024?

Those with disabilities face many challenges, but the International Day of Persons with Disabilities helps to eradicate the stigma, and promote inclusion and opportunities.

Evening Standard

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Lauren Parker earns NSW Champions of Sport honour for third time

Newcastle para-triathlete Lauren Parker was named Athlete of the Year with a Disability for a third time at the NSW Champions of Sport awards at Darling Harbour on Monday night.

Newcastle Herald

NHS launches stem cell bid to defeat multiple sclerosis in world-first treatment

Stem cell transplants may revolutionise treatment for the country’s most common cause of severe disability in young adults. MS affects 100,000 people in the UK, leading to life in a wheelchair

Daily Mirror

Shortage of interpreters and training for teachers failing deaf and hard of hearing students

Advocates warn that a shortage of certified interpreters and a lack of training opportunities for teachers means deaf and hard of hearing students are missing out on crucial education in classrooms.

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Arizona Town To Pay $8 Million to Widow of Daniel Shaver, Shot While Crawling Unarmed Toward Police

The cop who killed Shaver was fired. But he will receive a disability pension for the rest of his life because he claims he has post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Christina Applegate could radically change disability representation on screen

After being diagnosed with MS in 2021, the ‘Anchorman’ star returns to screen in a new season of her Netflix comedy. Her physical changes are seamlessly incorporated into the show – and it’s something other programmes should learn from, writes Nicole Vassell

The Independent UK

DWP Christmas bonus to reach banks of Universal Credit, PIP and DLA claimants 'within days'

People who receive certain types of benefits such as Personal Independence Payments (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) could soon receive a boost within just days.

Edinburgh Live

Disabled mum claims she can't get a date because she is on benefits

Lynn McDermott insists men are not interested in meeting her with one even calling her a 'parasite' over her benefit claims.

Daily Record

Disability services face financial woes

A survey of disability providers has predicted a grim financial outlook for the coming year with many finding it difficult to offer essential services.

AAP

Polish worker fails in discrimination action against Department of Health over 'expensive' Covid-19 tests

The allegation was rejected by lawyers representing the department

Irish Mirror

DWP Universal Credit Christmas bonus to land in bank accounts within days

Those who claim benefits such as State Pension, Adult Disability Payment and Widow’s Pension will receive a cash boost within days from the DWP - Check if you're eligible.

Glasgow Live

'This felt radical’: Prosthetics at heart of new Scottish art exhibition

A RADICAL new exhibition is putting disability and prostheses at its centre.

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Farmers with a disability tackling the challenge of living and working in rural Australia

People with living remotely with disability not only struggle to find support services, they also struggle with visibility as they are overlooked by potential employers, but farmers say agriculture has a role to play.

Liverpool Echo

Universal Credit claimants can expect extra cash within days

The money is on top of the £650 cost of living support, which has been divided into two payments

The Guardian - UK

Disabled care home residents evicted in charity’s dispute with councils

Exclusive: Leonard Cheshire says it can no longer afford to subsidise care services inadequately funded by councils

Belfast Live

Disability Awareness Week: Host of events taking place in Derry

It includes visual art and animation, discussions and lunchtime talks, performances, interactive activities, training and showcases

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The NDIS has transformed my life – and the last thing we need is media hysteria about its cost

The national conversation on the NDIS has been dominated by able-bodied commentators declaring the scheme’s cost ‘a blowout’

Daily Mirror

'I can’t get a date because I’m a single mum on benefits – men stereotype me’

Lynn McDermott is looking for love but claims she gets rejected by potential suitors when they discover she doesn't work and is on benefits, and she said that she's even been branded a "parasite" in the past

Evening Standard

Heidi Crowter: Woman with Down’s Syndrome loses legal challenge to abortion law

A woman with Down’s Syndrome has lost her legal challenge over legislation with allows the abortion of babies with the condition up until birth.

Wales Online

Single mum who was in a coma for six months says she can't get a date because she's on benefits

Lynn McDermott says she has been called a 'parasite' by one man she has met on a dating app

ABC News

Minister flags more changes in disability employment overhaul aimed at boosting 'stubbornly low' employment rate

An overhaul of the federal government's controversial Disability Employment Service could see people with disabilities given more power to rank their job providers.

Daily Mirror

Dis Life World Cup Special: 'All balls? Just how well does Qatar treat disabled people?'

Anna Morell of Disability Rights UK questions how accurate Qatar's figures about its disabled population can really be as the country is notorious for "hiding abuse"

Daily Mirror

Dis Life: 'Energy firms are feeling the heat from Ofgem - because disabled people can't'

A new report shows energy suppliers are not offering enough support to disabled customers with prepayment meters causing particular problems. writes Anna Morell from Disability Rights UK

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