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There are a few specific populations in the U.S. who have no right to vote. For instance, in many states, felons cannot vote. But what many people don’t realize is that many disabled adults, like some with cerebral palsy, are blocked from voting due to state laws. One persistent 18-year-old with cerebral palsy, and his […]

The coronavirus epidemic is causing widespread panic and a lot of real and serious infections. While many people will only develop a mild illness or even no symptoms at all after contracting COVID-19, too many will become severely ill. The disease can even be life-threatening, and certain people are at a greater risk. This includes […]

Cerebral palsy is often described as a single disability or condition. In reality it is a group of symptoms and conditions related to brain damage, movement, muscle strength and tension, balance, coordination, and other similar factors. While everyone with cerebral palsy has similarities there are many more unique differences from one person to the next. […]

***Jennifer will be working with the Cerebral Palsy Guidance team on public outreach and blogging. It is our pleasure to welcome her on board, and introduce this amazing woman to our readers!*** I was born two and a half months premature, diagnosed with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, in 1983. My parents were told by the […]

Children with cerebral palsy have varying degrees of physical disability. Motor function is a major issue, and these kids generally develop abnormally and more slowly than other children. They may struggle to walk or use their arms for big movements but also with finer motor skills, such as holding and using a pencil. As technologies […]

Cerebral palsy is a condition or set of symptoms that varies significantly by individual. Some children with CP are largely paralyzed or can’t feed or care for themselves, while others are only mildly physically impaired, and everything in between. Even with minor disabilities, growing up with this condition can be challenging. A new report from […]