Senate Passes Adapted Housing Grant Bill to Help Veterans
(Washington, DC) During a marathon session of voting on Thursday, the U.S. Senate passed legislation which will help disabled veterans who live with family...
New Microfluidic Device for Nerve Cells May Aid Efforts for Neurodegenerative Disorders, Spinal Cord...
Study enables imaging inside living neurons
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2005 - A new, easily manufactured microfluidic chamber will allow scientists to examine axons in...
U of L researcher reverses spinal cord damage in rats
Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky Michelle Bazeley believes that she will see a cure for spinal cord injuries in her lifetime.
According to the American Academy of...
Christopher Reeve Foundation Commemorates First Anniversary Of Christopher Reeve’s Passing
Foundation to “Go Forward”; Vows to honor legacy and fulfill vision of former Chairman
SHORT HILLS, N.J. – October 10, 2005 – In commemoration of...
Progress Report: the ADA and Employment
July 26th, 2005 marks the 15th anniversary of an important date in history – the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Since the...
Join “Access to Mobility Call-In Day” Thursday, October 6, 2005
Act Today: Join "Access to Mobility Call-In Day" Thursday, October 6, 2005
On Thursday, October 6, 2005, individuals can join "Access to Mobility Call-In Day"...
Stem cell hope for spinal injuries
(CNN) -- Scientists in the U.S. have successfully used neural stem cells to regenerate damaged spinal cord tissue in mice, raising hopes that the...
National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2005
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America
Across America, individuals with disabilities are making important contributions in the workplace. This month,...
RECOVERING FROM MOUNTAIN BIKE ACCIDENT
Last fall we brought you the story of Neil Maberry. Maberry suffered a debilitating spinal cord injury after a mountain bike accident this past...
Threats to Ventilator Users
State governments in the US are currently under intense pressure to limit or reduce Medicaid expenditures. Unless we make our voices heard, there may...
