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How people are assessed for the NDIS is changing. Here’s what you need to know

The government has announced a new tool to assess the needs of people with disability for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

The Conversation · Oct 1, 2025

'I've Been Struggling With Working The Last 2 Years': How To Ask Your Doctor About SSI/SSDI When Mental Health Is Affecting Work

Applying for disability benefits can feel overwhelming, especially when mental health conditions are making it hard to hold down steady work. Many people wonder not only how to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, but also whether they need to bring it up with their doctor.

Benzinga · Sep 27, 2025

Calls for change after Qantas refuses to fly British woman with mobility scooter due to its battery

As airlines toughen rules on lithium batteries due to fire danger, disability advocates want clearer accessibility standards

The Guardian - AU · Sep 27, 2025

Disability benefits uptake rise due to reduced 'stigma and judgment', minister says

AN increase in uptake of disability benefits for mental health conditions is due to “stigma” around doing so being reduced, Social Justice…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 25, 2025

New NDIS needs assessments will use technology to simplify process but advocacy groups cautious about change

Under the new model participants will be interviewed for up to three hours and will no longer need to provide supporting documents

The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2025

Lawyers say disability wasn't a factor in man's death after riding a Universal coaster

Attorneys for the family of the a man who died after riding a roller coaster at Universal Orlando Resort believe he hit his head on a restraint

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2025

ABLE Accounts: A Special Needs Consultant Breaks Down Common Myths

ABLE accounts help thousands of people with disabilities, but misconceptions still prevent eligible families from applying. Here, a financial professional separates fact from fiction.

Kiplinger · Sep 24, 2025

‘They’ve engaged a barrister!’ Parents of high-needs children say Labor is waging lawfare over disability support

Exclusive: The federal government paid big law firms more than $60m in 2024-25 to fight NDIS participants appealing decisions about their care packages. Most families represent themselves

The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025

FDA Delays Key Sanofi Multiple Sclerosis Drug Decision

On Monday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) extended the review date for Sanofi SA’s (NASDAQ:SNY) new drug application (NDA) of tolebrutinib for non-relapsing, secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (nrSPMS) and to slow disability accumulation independent of relapse activity in adult patients.

Benzinga · Sep 22, 2025

'The Letter Nobody Wants to Get': SSDI Recipient Told Benefits Will End, Unsure How To Appeal

For millions of Americans, Social Security Disability Insurance benefits are a lifeline. But sometimes, recipients receive what one benefits recipient described as "the letter nobody wants to get" — a notice that their benefits are scheduled to end. The letter often arrives after a Continuing Disability Review, the Social Security…

Benzinga · Sep 20, 2025