The risks to health from air pollution are well established. Research has shown that children are particularly vulnerable to the harmful effects of breathing in toxins and particulate matter, especially in terms of brain development. Now, a large study from Canada shows that air pollution exposure during pregnancy leads to an increased risk that a […]
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**My Cerebral Palsy Journey and My (PINK) Power Wheelchair!**
As you may have read, some children diagnosed with cerebral palsy may need to be fitted for a manual or power wheelchair. This can be a very exciting time for a child. Having used a wheelchair my entire life, I view mine as my legs—my source of mobility, independence, and freedom. I attended Seagull School, […]
Detroit Mother and Son Win $129 Million Verdict for Birth Trauma
A jury in Wayne County, Michigan, recently awarded Kirsten Drake and her son K’Jon $120 million in a four-week trial over the brain damage he suffered at birth. Drake filed the lawsuit in 2020 against Henry Ford Health Systems after her son, born in 2010, experienced significant birth injuries and lifelong complications. Negligent Care During […]