Physical disabilities
Links to trusted information about physical disabilities.
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Rett syndrome
Rett syndrome causes intellectual and physical disability. It’s been described relatively recently, so it’s not known how it progresses to middle age.
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Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs, also called service dogs, are animals trained to help people who are living with physical disabilities to move around and do everyday activities.
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Growth disorders
Links to trusted information about growth disorders.
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6 myths about cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) affects 1 in every 500 babies born in Australia, yet it's still very misunderstood. Learn the facts about CP this World Cerebral Palsy Day.
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Birth defects
Trusted information about birth defects from leading Australian health organisations, including links to content on spina bifida and amniocentesis.
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What not to say to an amputee
More than 20,000 amputees live in Australia. To mark Amputee Awareness Week, follow these tips for talking to people with limb loss.
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Loneliness and isolation
Everyone feels a sense of loneliness and isolation at times. Learn why you may feel this way, how it affects your mental health and how to deal with it.
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Stroke rehabilitation
Stroke rehabilitation helps the brain to relearn skills that have been affected. Learn about the most common problems and types of rehabilitation.
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Healthy things to do with your kids these school holidays
Check out these healthy activity ideas if you're struggling to find things to do with your children these summer school holidays.
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