New Findings on Animal Viruses With Potential to Infect Humans
Scientists investigating animal viruses with potential to infect humans have identified a critical protein that could enable spillover of a family of organisms called arteriviruses
Rediscovering Paradise: The Timeless Allure of the British Virgin Islands
Experience the unspoiled beauty of the British Virgin Islands: pristine beaches, rich history, and Caribbean culture without the commercialism. Discover hidden gems, explore diverse islands, and enjoy world-class sailing in this accessible paradise
Shattering Stereotypes: Prayatna Nepal’s Self-Defense Training for Visually Impaired Women
Jalasa Sapkota, a writer, researcher and disability rights activist, covers important points on self-defense training for visually impaired women
Positive Reframing Disability Model
Positive Reframing Disability describes the stages that people with disabilities experience. Their journeys are not linear. They progress and regress and may go through stages multiple times and/or simultaneously
U.S. Federal Legislation Prevents Organ Transplant Discriminationvhealthmedical
Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act prohibits discrimination against individuals based on their disability when seeking an organ transplant
NCPD ID Cards for Persons with Disabilities and Disability Appvhealthmedical
National Commission for Persons with Disabilities proposes mobile app for persons with disabilities and their families in addition to creation of an ID Card for persons with disabilities
Obesity, Smoking, Physical Labor May Explain Disability Disparitiesvhealthmedical
University of Michigan (U-M) study reveals excess body mass, smoking, and manual labor explain a large proportion of disability disparities in the U.S.
Towards a Disability-Smart World: Strategies for Global Disability Inclusionvhealthmedical
Towards a Disability-Smart World: Developing a global disability inclusion strategy study draws on evidence and case studies from organisations including Shell, Unilever, HSBC, Accenture and Microsoft
