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Disability Defined

The inability to perform an activity in a normal way as a result of an impairment, such as not being able to walk due to a weakness or paralysis in a leg.

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Comedian handles punch lines, palsy

Published September 8, 2008, 1:10 am, Tacoma News Tribune

In less than one year, Jeremy Wood, 26, has experienced a meteoric rise on the regional comedy scene.

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Father, daughter tell of his sexual abuse

Published September 7, 2008, 11:44 pm, The Journal News

MOUNT VERNON - Arthur Meuse desperately wanted to visit his daughter, hospitalized in a psychiatric ward after attempting suicide, but feared he would make things worse because he is the root of her problems.

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'Time is brain'

Published September 7, 2008, 11:43 pm, Erie Times-News

Quick response saves stroke victims.

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Pioneer Center braces for program, staff cuts

Published September 7, 2008, 11:32 pm, Northwest Herald

McHENRY – State budget cuts combined with economic woes could force the Pioneer Center for Human Services to make significant reductions to staff and services – the worst in two decades.

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Palin candidacy puts spotlight on special needs

Published September 7, 2008, 10:32 pm, USA Today

Families with children who have Down syndrome are hoping Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin can raise awareness about the condition and boost efforts to help people with disabilities live more independently.

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Have dog, will travel -- and brighten lives

Published September 7, 2008, 10:03 pm, The Standard-Times

FREETOWN — A year ago, Nikki, a 9-year-old yellow lab, was scheduled for euthanasia at an area shelter, but thanks to Wayne Sorel she now spends her days brightening the lives of nursing home residents.

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Fundraiser to benefit horse therapy program for children

Published September 7, 2008, 7:50 pm, Springfield News-Sun

A Clark County organization will soon be helping children saddle up to a unique form of therapy.

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World Physical Therapy Day

Published September 7, 2008, 9:44 am, Manila Bulletin

TODAY, we join the whole world in the celebration of World Physical Therapy Day.

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By Don Bolding Killeen Daily Herald

Published September 7, 2008, 8:56 am, Killeen Daily Herald

With increasing numbers of military retirees electing to remain in Central Texas, as well as population boosts from business and industry in a growing area, several assisted-living facilities are preparing to open in the area and other companies are investigating the prospects.

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Girl"™s spirit lives on in McKee program | By Sarah Bultema Loveland Reporter-Herald

Published September 7, 2008, 4:54 am, Loveland Reporter-Herald

For Kaylynn Tremelling, learning to walk took more than just baby steps. It took specialized equipment, loving support, years of therapy and raw determination. Born with cerebral palsy, a developmental disability, Kaylynn’s muscles were much weaker than those of other children her age. The youngster spent at least once a week in physical therapy since infancy, trying to tone her muscles and ...

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