disabilities

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Canada extended assisted dying to patients who were not terminally ill five years ago, after two people with disabilities mounted a legal battle for access to the programme.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Biosphere's Dnipro plant employs 19 veterans but wants government support to take on former soldiers and civilians with disabilities.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Along with changing teaching methods, states — including California — have also required schools to screen for learning disabilities such as dyslexia and hire coaches to help teachers improve their reading instruction.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

This is particularly true for women, who tend to need care for longer than men, and for people with disabilities, who need much more care.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

His physical disabilities alone would have ensured his dependent role; for his skin was unable to stand the sun, and the light affected his eyes.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya