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An Oral Pill for Relapsing MS Beat a Standard Drug in Two Trials with No Figures Released

Novartis says remibrutinib beat teriflunomide in two Phase 3 MS trials. The company released no numbers and the data are unpublished.

Medical Daily

Should You Tell Siblings They May Have a Role in Their Disabled Brother or Sister’s Future?

When parents care for a child with a disability, one question can become harder to ignore as the years pass: What happens when we are no longer able to help? Brothers and sisters may eventually become part of the answer, but assuming they will take over without discussing it can…

Kids Ain't Cheap

Not eligible for NDIS, too old for Thriving Kids. What supports should these young people get?

Major changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) are coming.

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Quote of the day by Christopher Reeve: "The fact that I was in a wheelchair and dependent on others for…" - powerful words on disability and identity

Christopher Reeve's words speak to identity, courage and the real difference between physical limitation and personal strength. Best known for playing Superman on screen, Reeve became a wheelchair user in 1995 after a horse-riding accident left him paralysed from the neck down. "The fact that I was in a wheelchair…

The Times of India

Canada benefit payments in September 2026: Who is getting money, when the payments arrive and why some Canadians will have to wait until October

CRA payments September 2026: Several government benefit payments are set to reach eligible Canadians in September 2026, but the money won't arrive on one single date. There is also an important exception: the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit has no September payment and is not scheduled to arrive until…

The Economic Times

Can Your Child Qualify for SSI Even If You Work? The Rules Parents Often Misunderstand

Many working parents assume their paycheck automatically prevents a child with a disability from receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), but the rules are more complicated than that. SSI is needs-based, so family finances matter when a child is under 18, yet Social Security does not simply count every dollar a…

Kids Ain't Cheap

5 Indian Destinations That Are Genuinely Accessible for Travellers With Mobility Challenges

Agra: The Taj Mahal's Accessibility Overhaul Is More Serious Than You ThinkThe Archaeological Survey of India installed paved pathways and ramps at the Taj Mahal complex after sustained pressure from disability rights groups, and the difference is measurable. Wheelchair users can now reach the main plinth via a dedicated ramp…

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Woman allegedly hit with ‘you don’t look disabled’ by relative. So she leaves them horrified: ‘The transformation on this person’s face was IMMEDIATE’

"My doctors would probably reach through the screen and slap me for this.”

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A Pennsylvania mom with a disability allegedly got a stranger’s Walmart order, then had to fight for her $200 refund

She says Walmart came through in the end.

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Your Child Has a Disability: Should You Be Saving in a 529, an ABLE Account, or Both?

Parents of a child with a disability often face a savings question that goes well beyond choosing the investment with the best return. You may need money for college or vocational training, but you could also face future costs for transportation, assistive technology, health care, housing, or personal support. A…

Kids Ain't Cheap

Why Could a Woman Stop the Sun From Rising?

What if a woman's unwavering vow could become so powerful that even the sunrise had to wait? An extraordinary story in Hindu narrative tradition tells of a woman named Varuni, whose devotion and determination were tested in the most unexpected way. She was once rejected because of her appearance, chose…

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Blind Man Told He Wasn't Entitled to Benefits for 5 Years: SSA Could Demand $72K Back

A legally blind SSDI recipient is appealing an SSA decision that could result in a $72,000 overpayment, raising questions about disability work rules and appeals.

International Business Times UK

Confused about the NDIS changes? Here’s what’s coming, and what’s still being worked out

After legislating controversial reforms to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) last week, the government’s plan to cut 160,000 NDIS participants and save A$37.8 billion over four years is underway.

The Conversation

Everything Veterans Should Know About Tax Exemptions Based on Disability

A VA disability rating can affect far more than a monthly benefit payment. For many veterans, that rating can also open the door to valuable tax advantages, including tax-free VA disability compensation and, depending on the state, significant property tax relief. The tricky part? Not every benefit follows the same…

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Social Security September 2026 payments: Millions of Americans to receive direct deposit in their bank accounts soon. Check date, amount, eligibility and more

Millions of Americans will receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income payments in September. The first payments are scheduled for Tuesday, September 1, when Supplemental Security Income recipients are due to receive their monthly benefit. Here’s the complete September payment schedule, how much eligible recipients could receive, who qualifies for…

The Conversation

From GST to gambling to gun buybacks, Australia’s federation isn’t working

GST distribution. National Disability Insurance Scheme reforms. Data centre regulation. The national gun buyback. These are just some of the big policy challenges the federal government is trying to navigate with the states and territories, many of which were raised at this week’s meeting of National Cabinet.

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Restaurant Finally Breaks Silence After Disabled Customer Was Served Dessert With “Offensive” Birthday Message

“Don’t bring my disability [up] in every sentence.”

The Times of India

Beauty therapist Chantelle Van Vliet was fired after asking for flexible hours over severe menopause symptoms, wins £32,237 in compensation after tribunal finds she was denied reasonable workplace support

A 48-year-old beauty therapist was fired after requesting flexible working hours to manage severe menopause symptoms, including fatigue, confusion and brain fog. An employment tribunal found that she had been subjected to disability discrimination and denied reasonable workplace support. Chantelle Van Vliet was awarded £32,237 in compensation, although receiving the…

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New Jersey woman in wheelchair celebrates birthday at restaurant. Then the offensive birthday cake arrives: ‘Don’t bring up my disability’

The restaurant offered free drinks.

International Business Times UK

Doctors Warn Donald Trump's Excess Fat Around His Organs Could Lead To Premature Death After Major Weight Gain

Donald Trump's recent weight gain has raised health concerns among doctors, who warn of increased risks of illness and disability.

International Business Times UK

Trump Appears to Doze Off Again as Doctors Warn of 'Premature Disability and Death' Over His Weight

Trump appeared to nod off again during a Rose Garden address shortly after reports of doctors warning that the 80-year-old's weight risks 'premature disability and death.'

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Severe COVID-19 may wake up dormant viruses and lead to lasting physical disability, study finds

Nearly half of hospitalized COVID-19 patients had a dormant virus flare back to life, and one family of viruses found in the majority of people was tied to lasting symptoms from long COVID.

International Business Times UK

Doctors Issue Urgent Alert on Donald Trump's Weight: 'Premature Disability and Death' Feared

Doctors are warning that Donald Trump's recent weight gain is pushing the 80-year-old president towards serious health risks, raising fresh questions over his fitness for office.

The Economic Times

Can divorced central govt woman employee add parents to health scheme? DAE clarifies CHSS rule

The central government has clarified that married female employees can now list their parents or parents-in-law as beneficiaries in the CHSS scheme. Even after a divorce, biological parents remain eligible for benefits if they are dependent on the employee. This guidance was prompted by inquiries from DAE employees, who also…

The Independent UK

‘Is my son’s life worth $15,000?’ The families of injured Indian army cadets fighting for justice

IN FOCUS: They entered India’s military academies after clearing one of the world’s most competitive selection processes. Yet when that training ends in tragedy, the system treats them as neither full servicemen nor civilians. Namita Singh speaks to the families affected

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