Saudi team discovers genetic disorder, names it Alfadhel syndrome
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - A team of Saudi researchers from King Abdullah Children's Specialist Hospital (KACSH) and King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC) have discovered a new genetic disorder.This disorder has been named Alfadhel Syndrome, after Professor Majid Alfadhel, the leader of the research team.The syndrome has gained official...
ESA to announce name of history’s first ‘parastronaut’ soon
Paris, France---The first astronaut -- or astronauts -- with a physical disability could be announced as soon as Wednesday, according to the European Space Agency. People with physical disabilities have previously been excluded from one of the most exclusive and demanding jobs on Earth -- and beyond -- due to...
IPC, WHO to promote diversity and equity in health and sports
The two partners will collaborate to improve global access to quality rehabilitation and assistive technology for the disabled
