Hopes for greater mobility Nov 16, 2009
Janessa has cerebral palsy ... Doctors diagnosed her with cerebral palsy, a disorder resulting from damage to the brain that can affect coordination and muscle movement ... Criselda Ruiz sits with daughter Janessa, 7, who has cerebral palsy. (Fresno Bee)
At your service Nov 16, 2009
United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida: Provides disabled youth and adult employment opportunities, supported living, adult basic education, youth transition employment services and vocational evaluation. 386-274-6474. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Protecting Swat Nov 15, 2009
Page last updated at 08:49 GMT, Sunday, 15 November 2009. Police return to former Taliban haven. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Cannabis farmers upend rural tranquility in Calif. Nov 15, 2009
Among them is Jacqueline Patterson, 31, who uses marijuana to treat her cerebral palsy and a severe stutter. She travels to Trinity twice a year to pick up 3 pounds of marijuana, which she gets free in exchange for working for the co-op. (Boston Globe)
Net talking shop kicks off debate Nov 15, 2009
Page last updated at 05:44 GMT, Sunday, 15 November 2009. Web pioneer Sir Tim Berners-Lee will deliver a keynote speech. (BBC News -- Technology)
Famed climber dies on Nepal peak Nov 15, 2009
Page last updated at 16:01 GMT, Saturday, 14 November 2009. Humar made his name by climbing difficult peaks alone. (BBC News -- South Asia)
SelenaRobertsPoint After Once the top recruit, Elena Delle Donne is finally ... content. Nov 14, 2009
" The answer to the mystery behind her retreat from the game can be found on the background image of her cellphone screen: a Halloween photo of 25-year-old Elizabeth Delle Donne -- or Lizzie, as she's called -- in a blue Cinderella costume with white pockets. Her smile is luminous. Her thick, dark hair is to die for. "She is blessed with amazing hair," Elena says of her sister. There is a simple beauty about Lizzie that obscures so many complications. She was born blind and deaf and with... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Hoyts inspire Franklin students Nov 14, 2009
Kathleen Culler/Daily News correspondent Rick Hoyt describes his life, dealing with cerebral palsy and staying positive, running with his father and getting a degree in education ... Dick, 69, of Holland competes in marathons and triathlons with his 47-year-old son, Rick of Sturbridge, who is in a wheelchair because he is diagnosed as a spastic quadriplegic with cerebral palsy. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Phila.-area nonprofits unite to counter United Way funding cuts Nov 13, 2009
The seven are the ; the Cradle of ; the ; the ; ; United Cerebral Palsy of Philadelphia and Vicinity; and the YMCA of Philadelphia and Vicinity. All provide services to families and/or children. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Cord Blood Reverses Cerebral Palsy in Colorado Girl Nov 13, 2009
Soon after Chloe s first birthday, the Levines, who live in Denver, learned their daughter had suffered a stroke in utero and had become afflicted with cerebral palsy ... The Levines were in luck: Dr. Joanne Kurtzberg, a professor of pediatrics and pathology at Duke University, was conducting a study where children with cerebral palsy were injected with their own cord blood cells. (Fox News)
Home health care option fits needs of families Nov 13, 2009
Dawn, who has cerebral palsy, suffers from seizures, sometimes multiple times a day. She also loves the water, so someone needs to be with her at all times, because if she has a seizure she could drown, Linda said. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
IBSYS.media.ImgLoader.delayView({el: 'img_N312E3121.18C0',imgs: ['/2009/1112/21596499_200X150.jpg']}); Nov 13, 2009
The boy suffers from severe cerebral palsy and shaken-baby syndrome. The boy isn't able to communicate and has difficulty controlling his movements, police said. (7 KETV Omaha)
Swine flu has killed 540 kids, sickened 22 million Americans Nov 13, 2009
But the disease has taken a disproportionate toll among pregnant women, diabetics and young people, especially those with neuromuscular ailments such as cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy. In a typical flu season, which ends in May, 90% of deaths and hospitalizations involve people 65 and older. (USA Today -- News)
Early Childhood Developmental Delay... Nov 12, 2009
Birth defects such as cerebral palsy can also cause delays. Neglected babies without proper stimulation will need extra attention to get them up to par. (Suite101.com)
At ND, 'Coach Nick'shines in his moment Nov 12, 2009
But a condition Maruca was born with, spastic diplegia cerebral palsy -- a condition that affects the lower extremities and is usually characterized by a crouched gait -- kept him from living out his dream of putting on a Notre Dame uniform and taking the field with his teammates. Until Friday night. (NJ.com -- Times)
H1N1 clinics to be held Nov 12, 2009
At this clinic, officials will only be giving the H1N1 vaccine to the following priority groups: * Pregnant women * People who live with or care for infants younger than 6 months of age * Health care and emergency medical services personnel * Persons 6 months through 24 years of age * People from ages 25 through 64 years who have chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, lung disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, metabolic disease such as diabetes, anemia and other blood disorders,... (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Kissing Wayne Newton, Ellen Slezak, Agni Nov 11, 2009
Patty had mild cerebral palsy, and it was accompanied by a seizure disorder, not epilepsy exactly, but something that the doctors couldn t do much about, until they decided to admit my sister to the hospital and give her an experimental drug, which killed her. What added to the dead weight of my mom s grief was that parents weren t allowed to be with their hospitalized kids all the time, or even much of the time, back in the early 1960s when this took place. (Harper's Magazine)
'God's the one who put him in my lap' Nov 11, 2009
Jones has cerebral palsy and throughout her life people have misjudged or stereotyped her because of her physical disability ... She has had a few situations where she and Kailer have experienced discrimination; she because of her cerebral palsy and he because of his skin color and his behavioral issues. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Disabled want more performers to truly fit roles Nov 11, 2009
Veteran actress Geri Jewell, who has cerebral palsy, appeared on HBO's now-departed "Deadwood." ... In films, Daniel Day-Lewis received an Academy Award for his portrayal of a man with severe cerebral palsy in "My Left Foot" and Tom Cruise was nominated for an Oscar for playing a paralyzed Vietnam veteran in "Born on the Fourth of July.". (MSNBC -- Television)
Poll: One-third able to get swine flu vaccine Nov 10, 2009
About two-thirds of them had other health conditions, like asthma or neurological problems like cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy. The government does not keep a close count of all swine flu deaths, but estimates the number is above 1,000. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
CDC Says U.S. Making Progress on Swine Flu Vaccine Nov 10, 2009
Two thirds of those deaths have been in people with underlying conditions such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and asthma. On Thursday, New York City health officials scrambled to explain themselves in the wake of media reports that bankers got scarce H1N1 flu vaccines at work. (MEDLINEplus)
HOLLISTON PTSA: Notes for November Nov 9, 2009
His topic, "Taking the Dis out of Disability," also included an explanation of his cerebral palsy and battle with hearing loss. In November, "Poetry in Motion" will explore poetic literature, mime and acting with grade 7 students. (Holliston Tab, MA)
The Swine Flu Boogeyman Nov 9, 2009
The CDC says about 30% of the cases classified as swine flu fatalities had chronic medical conditions such as asthma, cerebral palsy, and muscular dystrophy. These could be contributing causes, but they can also kill on their own. (Townhall.com)
Weekend build brings new home closer to fruition Nov 9, 2009
Crook's son, 14-year-old Nicholas, has cerebral palsy. Because of that, Crook said he is familiar with where the problem areas in a home could be for a person in a wheelchair and he is aware of what is needed to help build. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Community colleges are a good deal in hard economic times Nov 8, 2009
Now in his second year at Massasoit, Ryan Levia, 25, of Canton has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. He said the college has helped him to overcome physical and learning disabilities. (Boston Globe)
I love my brother, I love my harmonious family Nov 8, 2009
Her brother suffered from cerebral palsy when he was a child and Liu Mengyi began to provide care for her brother when she was only two years old. "Liu Mengyi has taken care of her brother for years, and she has her own way to communicate with her brother," said her mother. (Xinhuanet, China)
Madison man charged with assaulting disabled woman Nov 8, 2009
The woman's case worker says the woman has cerebral palsy, mild mental retardation and epilepsy. Information from: Wisconsin State Journal, http://www. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Dr. Scott Geller: Obamacare should frighten anyone who is or plans to grow old Nov 8, 2009
Translation: Don't give much care to a grandmother with Parkinson's or a child with cerebral palsy. The minority Party tried to attach an amendment to the law to insure that nothing the Council provides will be used in any health care rationing scheme. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Parents plan Web broadcast for disabled daughter Nov 7, 2009
PARIS Disabled with severe cerebral palsy, 32-year-old Anne Lamic spends her days in southeastern France mostly in bed, surrounded by stuffed animals and dolls ... Diagnosed with servere cerebral palsy, Anne Lamic's parents are planning to broadcast her quiet life to the world via webcam ... Diagnosed with servere cerebral palsy, Anne Lamic's parents are planning to broadcast her quiet life to the world via webcam. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Cooling May Reduce Brain Lesions in Newborns Nov 7, 2009
Oxygen starvation also accounts for about 20 percent of cerebral palsy cases. An earlier study found that chilling infants who suffer from oxygen deprivation can help reduce rates of cerebral palsy and improve their motor skills later in life. (MEDLINEplus)
Most Who Want Swine Flu Shot Can't Get It Nov 7, 2009
More people are being hospitalized and confirmed deaths from swine flu among children have reached 129, according to the CDC. Of these children, two-thirds had underlying medical conditions such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and asthma, Schuchat said. Among deaths from H1N1 flu, 90 percent are among people under the age of 65, and over 50 percent of those hospitalized are under 25, she said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Paterson seeks budget help from GOP Nov 6, 2009
"We're down to the bare bones," said Barbara Crosier of the Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State. 1. (Albany Times Union)
India Locals Worship Legendary Sherpa Climber Nov 5, 2009
A controversial New Delhi clinic deploys advanced therapies that are unavailable in the U.S. to cure Americans suffering from MS, diabetes, paralysis, Alzheimer's, Lyme disease and cerebral palsy. Chatter: What we're hearing. (Newsmax)
Charities gear up for toy giveaways Nov 5, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- Craig Miller's 5-year-old daughter, who has cerebral palsy, was thrilled last year to get a bicycle from her teacher for Christmas. It was a gift made possible through the Dream-A-Wish Foundation. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Kimmells form unique bond with Eaton's sister Nov 4, 2009
When they were young, Eaton pulled his brother who suffered from cerebral palsy (who died last November) by wagon to school each day ... She made the request after the death of their brother who had cerebral palsy. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
H1N1 vaccine clinics planned this week Nov 4, 2009
- People 25 years through 64 years of age who have certain chronic medical conditions associated with a higher risk of influenza complications such as asthma; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; liver disorders; heart disease; diabetes, cancer; neurological disorders such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, brain or spinal cord injuries, moderate to profound intellectual disability or developmental delay; neuromuscular disorders such as muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis; and weakened immune... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Jacksonville nonprofits to get 400k Nov 3, 2009
The local heroes in Jacksonville are: Gustav Egerer, with the donation going to United Cerebral Palsy of Jacksonville; Roger Maness (The Sanctuary on 8th Street); Philip Mobley (Northside Community Involvement Inc.); Robbie Smith (Safe Harbor Boys Home); and Mari Terbrueggen (The Senior Life Foundation Inc.). Most Read Stories. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Raekwon shines in the spotlight Nov 3, 2009
Raekwon does have mild cerebral palsy, but he no longer requires occupational or physical therapy. He benefits from an Individualized Educational Plan to stay on track behaviorally at school. (Boston Globe)
Songbird without a voice at Wellesley's Dana Hall Nov 3, 2009
Wright, who has cerebral palsy, attends the Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy program run by Bina Farm ... Wright, of Cambridge, a student at Cambridge Rindge and Latin, has cerebral palsy and uses a hand-held computer to communicate. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Roy wins (38) Nov 1, 2009
Henson, whose cerebral palsy has confined him to a wheelchair for most of his life, would walk at the school that raised the most money. If he made it to 50 yards, the money would be split between the winning school and St. Francois County Relay For Life. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Disorder, delays mar efforts on swine flu Nov 1, 2009
Lersch said his office tried to target the most vulnerable, such as those with cerebral palsy or Down syndrome, by calling them directly. But he knows they haven't reached everyone who wants it. (AZCentral -- News)
Costs Of Malpractice Insurance Go Beyond Doctors' Premiums Nov 1, 2009
A large study conducted jointly by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Academy of Pediatrics released in 2003 and reviewed and approved by leading medical authorities in and out of government, as well as from as far away as Australia and New Zealand concluded that "the vast majority of brain damage and cerebral palsy among these infants originates in factors largely or completely outside the control of delivery room personnel.". Page. (Investors Business Daily)
Someone Steals Boys Ability to Speak Nov 1, 2009
Nikki Hefflefinger said her son Caleb suffers from cerebral palsy and uses a special DynaVox device to talk. She said someone stole the device, which resembles a portable video game, from her car as it was parked outside their Lawrenceville home. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
At Least 114 U.S. Kids Dead From Swine Flu Oct 31, 2009
Of the children who have died, two-thirds had chronic health problems such as asthma, cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy, Frieden said. "In a usual flu season, 90 percent of the deaths are among people over the age of 65. In H1N1, 90 percent of the deaths are in people under the age of 65," he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Letter: Kennedys life not without transgressions Oct 30, 2009
My brother was born with cerebral palsy, a below-average IQ and other complications. He was a pound and a half at birth and not expected to live, never mind ever function as a normal human being. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Motion decreases with age in cerebral palsy Oct 29, 2009
Development of lower limb range of motion from early childhood to adolescence in cerebral palsy: a population-based study ... The decreasing range of joint motion caused by insufficient muscle length is a common problem in children with cerebral palsy (CP), often worsening with age. (BioMed Central)
Changes In Brain Chemicals Mark Shifts In Infant Learning Oct 29, 2009
28, 2009) When do you first leave the nest. Early in development infants of many species experience important transitions -- such as learning when to leave the protective presence of their mother to start exploring the wider world. (Science Daily)
High cost of feral cats (7) Oct 29, 2009
Toxoplasmosis also damages human embryos, causing infant mortality, cerebral palsy, blindness, mental retardation and other birth defects. Plus, feral cats transfer roundworms, hookworms and ringworm to humans and wildlife. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Roy takes the 50-yard challenge Oct 29, 2009
Except, that is, for Roy Henson, whose cerebral palsy has confined him to a wheelchair for most of his 39 years. For the second year in a row, Henson plans to rise to the challenge of walking 50 yards down a football field to raise money for St. Francois County Relay for Life. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Letter: Awareness of hurtful labels can improve PSU community Oct 28, 2009
As someone with a sister who has cerebral palsy and remains in a wheelchair unable to speak, I felt a personal connection with her moving story of her relationship with her brother. I, too, can recall going to the Special Olympics to support my sister or helping my mother decorate my sister's wheelchair for Halloween. (Daily Collegian, PA)
H1N1: 'pushing hospitals to their limit' Oct 27, 2009
In some cases, patients hardest hit by the virus are children with asthma, cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Others are pregnant women, who account for a disproportionate number of deaths. (USA Today)
Really big news when Red Sox won World Series 5 years ago Oct 27, 2009
Miller is virtually unknown to Boston sports fans largely because he lives with cerebral palsy, which has impaired his speech and motor skills, generally precluding him from on-air appearances. His specialty is collecting sound bites and news items for WBZ.. (Boston Globe)
Woman's whose scooter was stolen gets new ride Oct 26, 2009
A woman with cerebral palsy is back on the move again after a KGW viewer came through to help replace her stolen scooter. KGW-TV. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Man walks golf tour with cane to inspire others Oct 26, 2009
N-J/ Jerry Schwartz, left, of United Cerebral Palsy and D.J. Gregory smile during the 40th anniversary party Thursday for the organization at the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach. Despite having cerebral palsy, Gregory has walked numerous events of the PGA Tour ... The 31-year-old, who has cerebral palsy, just had a dream. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Maine Girl With 'Mermaid Syndrome' Dies at Age 10 Oct 26, 2009
"I live in Iowa. I have cerebral palsy. I love your video," 12-year-old Lydia Dawley wrote to Shiloh on Facebook. "You have a great personality I wish you lived close so we could be friends and hang out. You opened my eyes because you are so brave.". (Fox News)
Volunteers turn out to make a difference Oct 25, 2009
Officers and volunteers with the Student Government Association at Daytona State College worked at Sugar Mill Botanical Gardens in Port Orange, alongside volunteers from the United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida. At three lots in Daytona Beach, dozens of volunteers for Habitat for Humanity prepared foundations for three new homes. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Shiloh Pepin; fifth-grader had mermaid syndrome Oct 25, 2009
I have cerebral palsy. I love your video, 12-year-old Lydia Dawley wrote to Miss Pepin on Facebook. (Boston Globe)
Click to watch: Epilepsy: A Fight For The Cure Oct 24, 2009
More Americans are suffering from epilepsy than Parkinson's, cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis combined ... More Americans are suffering from epilepsy than Parkinson's, cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis combined ... Epilepsy affects nearly three million Americans, more than cerebral palsy, Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis combined. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
Congo-Kinshasa: Child Disability, the Forgotten Crisis Oct 24, 2009
A year before, Helena was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and identified for therapy in Mugunga II IDP camp in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo ... "Frequently women pregnant from rape do not seek pre- or peri-natal care, which can lead to the problems aforementioned, as well as birth trauma - either to the baby (ie lack of oxygen leading to cerebral palsy or some type of developmental delay) or to the woman (ie a fistula, which may or may not leave them incontinent)," said Keyser. (allAfrica.com)
First big wave of swine-flu shots set to start on Saturday Oct 23, 2009
Of the 552 Arizonans who have been hospitalized with H1N1 flu since the virus emerged in April, 67 percent have had an underlying health issue such as diabetes, asthma or cardiovascular disease, or neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy. Pregnant women and children are also particularly vulnerable. (AZCentral)
Free clinic for children with special needs set for Nov. Oct 23, 2009
The Clinic practitioners work with a variety of children with a wide range of diagnoses, including: ADHD/ADD, cerebral palsy, autism, brain damage, Downs Syndrome, stroke, genetic disorders, and Brachial Plexus Disfunction. Each child will receive a free individualized lesson. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Schools push for swine flu injections Oct 23, 2009
Medical experts don t know why the virus is so lethal in children, but say that most of those who died had high-risk medical conditions such as asthma, muscular dystrophy or cerebral palsy. The CDC does not keep exact numbers of swine flu deaths in adults, but reports indicate more than 600 Americans have succumbed. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Marquise Goodwin a success on and off the field Oct 23, 2009
It has everything to do with his 18-year-old sister, Deja, who has cerebral palsy, and his mom, Tamina, who is raising four children alone in Garland. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Just For The Health Of It- Cerebral palsy patient shows improvement Oct 23, 2009
A recent case study published in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health shows promising results for a 2-year-old boy suffering from cerebral palsy. According to the published report, 10,000 children are born in the U.S. each year with cerebral palsy ... The patient was diagnosed with hypotonic cerebral palsy, deriving from the traumatic birth. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Handicap playground hits goal Oct 22, 2009
Bid specifications are now being compiled for a new handicap accessible playground inside Northside Park after a $30,000 grant from the state Department of Rehabilitation Services completed a years-long fund-raising campaign begun by a woman with cerebral palsy ... Born with cerebral palsy, Burton has worked diligently to help disabled Neshoba County children, overcoming many obstacles of her own to establish a foundation to raise awareness about disabilities while encouraging activities that... (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
