PHYSICAL DISABILITIES

Apr 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Making Everyday Tech Work for Everyone

The world is buzzing with smart home gadgets. These are the devices that let you turn on lights, play music, or even make coffee with just a voice command. They are becoming cheaper and more common in homes. Most people use these tools to make their lives easier. But what if these same tools could help people with physical disabilities live more independently? Pe...

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

Why Funding Shifts Matter for Kids' Health Research

The world of health research is changing. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently hinted at a possible shake-up in how they handle indirect and administrative costs for research funding. This has sparked worries about how this might affect future progress in biomedical research. The NIH has always been a big player in studying chronic conditions that start i...

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Aug 27 2024ENVIRONMENT

Veterans Discover Healing and Community through Stand Up and Play Foundation's Adaptive Golf Program

A group of veterans in Long Beach are discovering a new path to healing and camaraderie through the Stand Up and Play Foundation's monthly golf program. The program, held at the Old Ranch Practice Center in Seal Beach, offers adaptive equipment and a supportive environment for veterans with physical disabilities and PTSD. The program aims to provide a space for vete...

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