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Heat waves disproportionately increase health risks for people with disabilities
Heat can exacerbate preexisting conditions, including neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular diseases, and more. While the risk of heat-related illness applies to everyone, those at the highest risk include the very young, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Social stigma creates barriers to treatment for people with substance use disorders
Stigma associated with substance use can dehumanize people, increase shame and be a roadblock for those who might seek assistance or health care.
Pilot study aims to engage exercise virtually among mobility impaired individuals
Researchers at the Life Span Institute’s Research and Training Center on Independent Living are working to learn more about effective ways to promote aerobic exercise among this group with a pilot study involving 10 participants in a 16-week virtual intervention program.
Researchers describe how federal funding supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities nationwide
University of Kansas researchers shared information about how federal funds are distributed to each state to help individuals, families and caretakers.
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Heat waves disproportionately increase health risks for people with disabilities
Heat can exacerbate preexisting conditions, including neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular diseases, and more. While the risk of heat-related illness applies to everyone, those at the highest risk include the very young, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Social stigma creates barriers to treatment for people with substance use disorders
Stigma associated with substance use can dehumanize people, increase shame and be a roadblock for those who might seek assistance or health care.
In honor of Gov. Kelly designating April as Assistive Technology Awareness Month, ATK gathered in Topeka to demonstrate available technology and celebrate the bill's signing
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