Rob Burrow's MND Centre Dream Realised with £6.8m
Rugby legend Rob Burrow's dying wish for a specialist MND care centre in Leeds has been achieved as fundraising hits £6.8m target, creating a lasting legacy for motor neurone disease patients.
Category : Disabilities
Chalmers' Ex Accuses Him of Abandoning Disabled Son
Talia Oatway, former partner of Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers, unleashes furious social media rant accusing the reality TV personality of abandoning their disabled three-year-old son Oakley in emotional online outburst.
Bullied for weight: Teen's rare genetic disorder revealed
A mother reveals how her daughter endured cruel bullying for years before doctors discovered her weight struggles were caused by rare Bardet-Biedl syndrome, exposing the hidden reality of genetic disorders.
Katie Price's son Harvey's heartbreaking care home meltdown
Exclusive: Katie Price's disabled son Harvey's emotional outburst at residential college exposes growing concerns about specialist care facilities in the UK as mother fights for better support.
Autism runner triumphs at New York Marathon
Discover the incredible story of a marathon runner with autism who shattered expectations and completed the New York City Marathon, transforming perceptions about neurodiversity in sports.
Eric Dane in wheelchair amid health battle
Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane makes first public appearance using wheelchair while battling health condition, supported by wife Rebecca Gayheart and their children during emotional family outing in Los Angeles.
Blind comedian Chris McCausland on parenting without sight
Vision-impaired comedian Chris McCausland shares heartfelt insights about raising his daughter, navigating fatherhood without sight, and how blindness shaped his unique comedy perspective.
Nabil Shaban: Disability rights pioneer and actor dies at 70
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Nabil Shaban, the trailblazing disabled actor who transformed British television and theatre while championing disability rights.
Toddler's blindness: Parents' heartbreaking discovery
A family's world is turned upside down as they share the devastating moment they realised their toddler is losing his sight. This emotional journey reveals the early signs of childhood blindness that every parent should know.
Corrie actress on disability mirroring her character
Actress Melissa Johns opens up about playing a character with similar limb differences to her own, discussing representation and the powerful connection with disabled viewers.
DWP Launches Major PIP Benefits System Review
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a significant review of Personal Independence Payment assessments that could transform how millions of disabled Britons receive support.
Paul Scholes leaves punditry for autistic son
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes announces departure from television work to dedicate more time to his 20-year-old autistic son, while confirming separation from wife after years of marriage.
Paul Scholes on family life with autistic son
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes shares emotional journey raising his autistic son and how it's transformed his perspective on life beyond football.
State ministers threaten NDIS boycott in Butler clash
State and territory disability ministers are threatening to boycott crucial NDIS reform talks with Health Minister Mark Butler over what they call 'unacceptable' federal government tactics.
DWP announces major PIP assessment shake-up
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals significant changes to Personal Independence Payment assessments as in-person reviews resume alongside new claimant protections.
Motability Scheme Misuse Revealed in Benefits Crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals widespread misuse of disability vehicles as government considers major reforms to benefits system. Are vulnerable people being unfairly targeted?
NDIS cuts trap disabled Australians in hospital beds
Vulnerable Australians with disabilities are becoming trapped in hospital wards for months due to National Disability Insurance Scheme funding cuts, creating a healthcare crisis and human rights concern.
PIP reforms: £9bn savings plan through stricter rules
Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment benefits could save taxpayers £9 billion yearly as government tightens eligibility criteria and assessment process.
Lee Anderson Proposes Scrapping PIP Benefits System
Conservative Deputy Chairman Lee Anderson sparks controversy with bold plan to replace PIP with tailored support system, claiming current benefits 'not fit for purpose' and creating 'perverse incentives'.
Turkish Airlines' Medical ID Cards for Hidden Disabilities
Turkish Airlines launches groundbreaking medical identification cards to support travellers with invisible conditions like Parkinson's and autism, transforming air travel accessibility.
DWP Motability changes spark disabled transport fears
Major changes to the Motability scheme could leave disabled people without vital transport as the DWP introduces stricter PIP assessment rules. Find out how this affects you.
Anthea Turner reveals why she chose not to have children
Former GMTV presenter Anthea Turner opens up about her painful decision to remain childless, revealing the family trauma that shaped her life choices in an emotional new interview.
Wetherspoons pays damages for autism discrimination
JD Wetherspoons has been ordered to pay £3,500 in damages after staff at a Bristol pub refused service to an autistic man and his carer in a landmark discrimination case.
Wetherspoons pays £12K for autistic teen discrimination
JD Wetherspoons has been ordered to pay substantial compensation after a pub manager publicly shamed a 19-year-old autistic customer for using the disabled toilet, in a landmark discrimination case.
Dad would trade places with disabled son in seconds
Father Michael McGlade shares his emotional journey caring for his severely disabled son Riley and makes a desperate appeal for better disability support in the UK.
PIP Shake-Up: New Disability Benefit Rules Revealed
The UK government is overhauling Personal Independence Payment with new assessment rules and payment structures. Discover how these changes could affect your financial support.
Christine McGuinness on parenting autistic children
Model and TV personality Christine McGuinness opens up about the daily challenges and emotional struggles of raising three children with autism in a candid new interview.
PIP payment rates increase confirmed for April
Millions of disabled Britons will see their Personal Independence Payment rates rise significantly next month as the government implements its annual uprating. Find out exactly how much more you'll receive.
Nursery spots signs leading to cerebral palsy diagnosis
Exclusive: Parents reveal how their world turned upside down after nursery staff noticed their toddler's unusual walking pattern, leading to a life-changing cerebral palsy diagnosis.
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