Gene therapy restores sight to blind patients in UK trial
Groundbreaking NHS trial sees legally blind patients regain reading vision through innovative gene therapy treatment, offering new hope for millions with inherited eye conditions.
Category : Disabilities
Chris McCausland on living with blindness and comedy
Comedian Chris McCausland opens up about living with retinitis pigmentosa and how his unique perspective shaped his comedy career and family life.
Paralympic star slams 'toxic' sports environment
Exclusive: Paralympic champion Liz Johnson launches scathing attack on UK sports authorities, revealing a culture of fear and intimidation that's damaging British athletics.
Motability scheme faces cuts in Labour budget
Rachel Reeves's debut budget targets Motability scheme supporting disabled drivers, sparking fears of reduced mobility and independence for thousands across the UK.
Blue Badge Warning: Avoid This Parking Error
Disabled motorists are being warned about a critical parking error that could invalidate their insurance and lead to substantial fines, even when displaying Blue Badges correctly.
Reeves targets Motability scheme in £1bn budget raid
Rachel Reeves announces controversial plan to scrap tax exemptions for Motability car scheme users, aiming to save Treasury £1 billion while sparking outrage among disability advocates.
Disabled face Motability cuts in Labour budget review
Exclusive: Labour's first budget could slash vital mobility payments for thousands of disabled people, sparking outrage among disability advocates.
Mum's heartbreak as son battles rare chromosome disorder
Exclusive: Mother's emotional journey as her son battles rare chromosome disorder and the family's desperate search for answers in the UK healthcare system.
Mother jailed for life after murdering autistic son
A 35-year-old mother has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of her five-year-old autistic son in a case that has shocked the nation and raised serious questions about support for families with special needs children.
200 Guide Dog Puppies Need New Homes After Charity Decision
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association makes difficult choice to rehome 200 puppies in training due to funding pressures and changing demand for assistance dogs.
Mother smothered autistic son after hearing voices
A heartbroken mother suffering from psychosis smothered her five-year-old autistic son with a pillow after hearing voices that told her he 'didn't belong in this world', as harrowing court case reveals.
Trump's 'special needs' education department plan criticised
Former President Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting he'd rename the Department of Education to include 'special needs' terminology, drawing criticism from disability advocates and educators.
Mobility Scooter Users Face Shock Tax Bills
HMRC issues urgent alert to mobility scooter users claiming VAT relief as thousands face unexpected tax bills and compliance checks.
Queensland Baby Poisoning: Police Launch Criminal Probe
Queensland police launch criminal investigation after baby suffers suspected poisoning at Townsville University Hospital. Authorities confirm deliberate contamination is being treated as potential criminal matter.
Izzy Judd reveals daughter's rare PDA autism diagnosis
Violinist Izzy Judd opens up about her daughter Lola's Pathological Demand Avoidance diagnosis and the family's emotional journey navigating this rare autism profile.
Katie Price starts son Harvey on CBD gummies
Former glamour model Katie Price shares intimate details about giving her disabled son Harvey CBD gummies to help manage his challenging condition in emotional new podcast episode.
Husband's agony as condition stops him kissing wife
A heartbreaking story of love and resilience as a British man battles a rare neurological condition that has stolen his ability to show physical affection to his wife of 20 years.
FND: The hidden paralysis crisis in the UK
Functional Neurological Disorder affects thousands in the UK, causing debilitating symptoms like paralysis and seizures while facing widespread medical misunderstanding. Discover the truth about this life-changing condition.
Paralysed father miraculously recovers for hostage son's return
In an extraordinary story of human resilience, a father paralysed and rendered non-verbal after a horrific accident miraculously regained his ability to walk and speak just in time to embrace his returning hostage son.
Life begins at 60: Autism diagnosis brings joy
At 64, Sarah's late-life autism diagnosis unlocked decades of confusion, leading to profound self-acceptance and happiness she never thought possible.
BMW driver steals disabled parking space in shocking footage
Outrage as a BMW driver is caught on camera illegally parking in a disabled bay outside a pharmacy, forcing a disabled customer to struggle accessing vital medication.
Gene Therapy Breakthrough for Autism & Epilepsy
British scientists pioneer revolutionary gene therapy treatment showing remarkable results in children suffering from debilitating SYNGAP1 syndrome, a rare genetic condition causing severe autism, epilepsy and developmental delays.
Strictly's First Blind Contestant on Morning Blindness
Comedian Chris McCausland makes television history as Strictly Come Dancing's first visually impaired star, discussing his unique challenges and morning blindness on ITV's This Morning.
DWP PIP Payments Increase: Extra £421 Yearly Support
The Department for Work and Pensions is increasing Personal Independence Payment rates, with some claimants eligible for hundreds of pounds in additional monthly support. Find out if you qualify for the enhanced payments.
FND: The invisible illness paralysing thousands
Discover the shocking reality of Functional Neurological Disorder affecting thousands in the UK. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and one woman's journey from paralysis to recovery.
My Right Foot: Dublin theatre's powerful MND story
A groundbreaking new theatre production in Dublin challenges perceptions of disability and motor neurone disease through innovative staging and powerful performances at Axis Ballymun.
Pathological Demand Avoidance: Redefining Autism Understanding
Explore the complex world of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), a distinctive autism profile characterized by extreme anxiety-driven avoidance of everyday demands and expectations.
Disabled boy's special pram stolen in Sydney
A family in Kurnell is devastated after callous thieves stole a customised pram vital for their disabled son's mobility and comfort, sparking a community-wide search.
Autism and digestive issues linked in children - UK study
Groundbreaking research from the UK uncovers a significant connection between autism spectrum disorder and gastrointestinal problems in children, prompting calls for better medical support.
NDIS rule changes put disabled lives at risk
Exclusive: A Queensland man who survived a catastrophic diving accident faces uncertainty as new NDIS assessment rules could strip away the essential care keeping him alive.
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