Columbus, OH

A report into a patient's death highlights a mental health team's "lack of professional curiosity".

Suicidal woman repeatedly called funeral firms

A dental practice says it will soon only offer private care as the industry is "on its knees".

Dental practice to stop taking NHS patients

Children living in a hotel housing asylum seekers are to be given sweets and toys after an outpouring of community support. Anti-immigration protesters descended on the Mercure Hotel in Bristol on Saturday. Almost £2,000 was raised in a matter of hours after the incident, which saw counter-protesters form a barricade...

Community buys toys for asylum seeker children

Blind and partially sighted people are at risk of being injured and have had to walk in the road due to overgrown foliage, a campaign group said. Sight Loss Councils (SLCs), based in Bedfordshire and Essex, have launched a campaign highlighting the dangers of overhanging branches. As part of this,...

Blind people at risk from overgrown foliage, says group

A charity helping families with disabled children says it may need to find larger base to accommodate a huge rise in demand. Allsorts, which is based in Stroud, Gloucestershire, was set up by a group of parent carers 15 years ago. But it says its membership has grown by 585%...

Demand for charity supporting disabled kids up 900%

NewsNation

The findings suggest the levels of certain fatty acid in the umbilical cord blood during pregnancy have an impact on the development of autism spectrum disorder.

Researchers may have found the cause of autism

Kansas City, MO

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

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Life can be a complex tapestry of emotions, especially when faced with challenges that test our resilience. As a father, watching your child struggle with something as profound as autism can be heart-wrenching, and the pain is only compounded when circumstances prevent you from being there as much as you'd like.

Navigating Life with a Son on the Autism Spectrum

Have you ever wondered why social interactions can be so challenging for you, or why certain sensory experiences seem overwhelming? Perhaps you’ve been told you’re a bit different, or you’ve struggled to fit in despite your best efforts. These experiences might have left you questioning if there’s a deeper reason behind them.

Could you be autistic? Discover with the RAADS-14 test

South Carolina State

Imagine the challenge of navigating life without savings or investments. Not long ago, this was a reality for millions of Americans living with disabilities. If they saved more than $2,000, their eligibility for critical benefits such as Supplemental Security Income, healthcare, food and housing assistance could be in jeopardy. Maintaining eligibility for public benefits, such as Medicaid, could mean living with serious financial constraints that only added to their financial burden.

People with disabilities are able to save through Palmetto ABLE

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Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

Szczepan Zenon Malczewski, 38, is jailed for the attack which took place in Scarborough.

Man who raped woman in pub toilet jailed

New Jersey State

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Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

A prison in Kent has seen a "considerable rise" in violence and self-harm, a watchdog has said. The Independent Monitoring Boards (IMB) found several other concerns at HMP Rochester, including failing infrastructure. But the IMB said the facility provided a "decent" environment", with prisoners treated "fairly and humanely". A Ministry...

Violence and self-harm soar at prison - watchdog

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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Three key developments have been noted since Jay Slater's body was found at a ravine in Tenerife - the search team scoured the area for four weeks before the tragic discovery

Jay Slater Update: New details emerge with 3 key developments since teen's body discovered in Tenerife

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

A hotel which the government was planning to use to house migrants until it emerged it was then owned by a convicted criminal, could now be used by homeless people. Milton Keynes City Council is considering using 140 rooms in Harben House in Newport Pagnell as short term temporary accommodation.

New autism 'passport' to help people find work

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