As we wind down the “dog days of summer” and temperatures rise, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are more likely, especially in babies and children. HuffPost Health has some common warning signs and tips for keeping the little ones cool while they soak up the sun.
32nd ADA Anniversary! Honoring the Americans With Disabilities Act
This week we want to honor an important piece of American legislation, On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law. According to ada.gov, this legislation primarily " prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to...
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Michael Sack Smooths Sidewalks in Minneapolis
A South Minneapolis man named Michael Sack is making strides toward sidewalk accessibility.
MPR News first shared Michael's story. Michael has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair and communication device. He reported an inaccessible sidewalk on the city's website, but nothing changed for a year. When he directly emailed a city council member,...
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Carson Pickett: First Soccer Player with Limb Difference in USWNT
This week, we want to highlight Carson Pickett, the first soccer player with a limb difference on the US Women's National Team (USWNT). She made her international debut on June 28 in a match against Colombia, and the US won the game 2-0. Carson currently plays for the North Carolina Courage in the National Women's...
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