Category : Disabilities


Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer after pay request

Exclusive: Supermarket giant Waitrose terminates autistic volunteer's position after his family requested he receive payment for years of unpaid shelf-stacking work, sparking disability rights concerns.

Electronic implant successfully restores sight to blind patients

Groundbreaking UK clinical trial reveals revolutionary electronic eye implant has successfully restored partial vision to patients blinded by retinal disease. The bionic device represents the most significant advancement in visual prosthetics in decades.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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