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Education > K-12
CDC Offers New Epidemiology Camps for Kids
...for Disease Control...Prevention (CDC) just...including diseases and...control of diseases. The...The CDC Junior...CDC Junior Disease...Junior Disease Detective...Disease Detective Camp...Detective Camp will...the camp at the...the CDC headquarters...infectious diseases, lifestyle...the CDC this...Intense Camp. This...school juniors and...other CDC student...the camps must...the Junior Disease...Junior Disease Detective...Disease Detective Camp...Detective Camp and...Intense Camp. Applicants...
Medical > Orthopedics
Enhancing Outcomes for Children with Orthopedic Disabilities through Early Intervention
...Self-help or adaptive skills (eating, dressing) Social or emotional skills (playing, interacting with others) Learn more about early intervention at CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early." website. Why is Early Intervention Important for Children with Orthopedic Disabilities? Children with orthopedic disabilities...
Special Needs > Hearing Impairments
The Transformative Impact of Early Intervention for Children with Hearing Impairments
...other specialized services. Learn more about the importance of early hearing detection and intervention from the CDC. How Hearing Affects Development. Hearing...about the importance of early hearing detection and intervention from the CDC. How Hearing Affects Development. Hearing is critical for speech and language...
Parenting > Early Intervention
Advocating for Your Child with Special Needs in the Early Intervention System
...understanding) social/emotional (playing, feeling secure and happy) self-help (eating, dressing) You can read more about the basics of early intervention at the CDC's early intervention page. Know Your Rights. As a parent, you have the right to request an evaluation if you think your child may have a developmental...
Career > Discrimination
Unlocking the Potential of Employees with Disabilities through Embracing Diversity
...many factors such as race, gender, age, and abilities. Disability is an important aspect of diversity that is sometimes overlooked. According to the CDC, 61 million adults in the United States live with a disability. That's 1 in 4 adults. When companies make an effort to include people with disabilities,...
Special Needs > Spina Bifida
Understanding Spina Bifida and the Benefits of Early Intervention
...birth defect that affects the spine and spinal cord. It happens when the spinal column does not close all the way during the first months of pregnancy. (CDC) There are three main types of spina bifida: spina bifida occulta, meningocele, and myelomeningocele. Myelomeningocele is the most severe form. Spina...
Career > Accommodations
Navigating Inaccessible Buildings and Workspaces: A Guide for People with Special Needs
...still fall short of accessibility requirements. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 61 million adults in the United...requirements. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 61 million adults in the United States live with a disability,...
Education > Accommodations
Go to Pro Answering Your Questions: Do All Autistic Learners Require Special Needs Assistance?
...students have severe difficulties and others just minor. So the first thing to look at with this question is some overall red flag behaviors of autism. The cdc states ... A person with ASD might: Not respond to their name by 12 months of age Not point at objects to show interest (point at an airplane flying...
News > Research
CDC Announces 1 in 88 Have Autism
The CDC announced March 29, 2012...For over a decade, the CDC and the Autism and Developmental...increase of 23% from the CDC's last report in 2009. Many...to these factors. In the CDC study, data was collected...autism are on the rise. The CDC also estimates 1 in every...after age 4. Through the CDC's Learn the Signs Act Early...
Special Needs > Down Syndrome
What is Down Syndrome?
...occurring chromosomal condition, and according to the CDC, one in 691 babies in the United States are born...occur with Down syndrome include congenital heart disease, hearing problems, intestinal problems (blocked...intestinal problems (blocked small bowel or celiac disease), problems with memory or concentration, eye problems...
Special Needs > General Special Needs
The Future of Special Needs Care
While the special needs population continues to grow, government funding is decreasing. In late March 2012, the CDC announced that 1 in 88 children have autism, and a research study estimated the annual cost of autism in the United States is $126 billion, more than...
Health > Treatment
Neurofeedback: The Cure for ADHD?
...new remedies that do not rely on medications. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) approximately 8% of 4 to 17 year-olds have been diagnosed with...do not rely on medications. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) approximately 8% of 4 to 17 year-olds have been diagnosed with ADHD (some...