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Caring for Children with ASD and the Importance of Intersectionalities
When working with individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder, clinical practices and patient care must prioritize diversity and inclusion.
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No One-Size-Fits-All: Back to School for Kids with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities share their experiences with researchers at CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research.
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How Rebecca Van Fraassen Battles SMA Every Day to Live Life to the Fullest
When Rebecca Van Fraassen was two years old she was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic disorder.
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New Treatments for SMA Provide Options for Patients
SMA treatments can help patients maximize independence and preserve functioning that's vital to their daily lives, but access hurdles remain.
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Maayan Ziv: How to Be Your Own Health Care Advocate
As the founder of AccessNow, Maayan Ziv is a leader in the junction of healthcare and technology. Mediaplanet spoke with Ziv on the importance of being your own advocate and the future of health and accessibility. Why did you decide to start AccessNow? Maayan Ziv: AccessNow started because of my experiences as a person with...
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Improving the quality of life for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities
Ten to seventeen percent of all children in Canada live with a neurodevelopmental disability such as Autism, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), or Cerebral Palsy. The majority experience limitations that impact their quality of life.
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Three Programs Changing What it Means to be Blind
Learn about three initiatives that are improving blind and partially-sighted Canadians' access to resources, education, and community activities.
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The Future of Accessibility for the Blind
The Canadian Council of the Blind is dedicated to changing what it means to be blind. Read about their 2018 accomplishments and goals for 2019.
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Sick Teens See SMA Treatment Just Out of Reach
Spinal Muscular Atrophy patients spend a long time waiting for access to treatment — and for Ishan and Shanaya Manerikar, it's time they don't have.