Hearing loss is the 4th cause of global disability. Over 466 million adults and 14 million children suffer from hearing loss according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). It is assumed that half the cases in children could be prevented through early detection like hearing screening programmes in school and therapeutic management. These can help...

“Home sweet home” is a phrase that differs for everyone. What may be your ideal home design may not work so well for others. This is especially true for people with disabilities (PWDs) as each may have specific needs or require slight home modifications to help ease their way around the house. Disabled-friendly properties are...

According to recent surveys, 1 in 3 Malaysians say they have low financial knowledge 1 in 10 Malaysians believe they are not disciplined in managing their finances 2 in 5 Malaysians find it difficult to keep to a budget 1 in 5 Malaysian working adults did not save any money in the previous 6 months...

We’ve showcased 6 amazing PWD in science before. Today we highlight 7 more. Some are famous, and others perhaps less so. But all of them have changed the way we experience life, and added to what we know about the world around us. Thomas Edison Edison was a prolific inventor, often called the Wizard of...

It is reported that adults with disabilities experience frequent mental distress almost 5 times more than the average able-bodied adult. These mental stressors are said to come from poor health behaviours, increased use of health services, mental disorders, chronic diseases, and limitations in daily life. We live in a world where mental health is fast...

In most communities, a university degree is often perceived as an individual’s ticket to jobs with steady incomes. However, in today's competitive economy, it may not always be the case. Most employers are looking for people who are quick learners and versatile, which makes it harder for People with Disabilities (PWDs) who may not always...

After Malaysia’s one silver, one bronze haul at the delayed 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, it’s time for our parathletes to shine at the Paralympics. Malaysia is fielding 22 athletes in 9 sports. We profile 9 of them below: Archery: Suresh Selvatamby Kuala Ketil native Suresh made headlines in 2019 when he became the new...

More than a year after COVID-19 first started becoming a pandemic, it is becoming clear that the disease is more dangerous than first thought. If you survive COVID-19, your health may not return to normal right away, or even at all. COVID-19 can cause long-term changes in the way your body works. It is now...

Wheelchairs help people with limited mobility get around. It is a tool that helps them complete tasks or go about daily activities that they would not otherwise have been able to complete. However, many people still feel uncomfortable or simply do not know how to act when they are communicating with a wheelchair user.  We’ve...