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A growing number of students in the nation’s public schools are identified as having disabilities, according to comprehensive new federal data that also highlights a deeply concerning trend: these children are significantly more likely to experience physical restraint, seclusion, and other forms of harsh disciplinary action compared to their non-disabled peers. The findings are part…
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GENEVA — In a major push to fortify health information systems worldwide and address persistent data gaps exposed by the global coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a comprehensive new approach to improving access to life-saving data. The initiative, officially introduced as the SCORE for Health Data Technical Package, arrives at a…
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Titled “Doing Our First Works Over: The New State of America’s Children,” the 2026 forum is designed to bring together a coalition of child advocates, policy experts, community leaders, and researchers from across the nation. Attendees will gather to reflect on recent policy shifts, strategize around ongoing challenges, and chart a definitive path forward for…
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In a landmark achievement for global public health, the World Health Organization (WHO) has officially certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free. This significant public health victory marks the culmination of a dedicated, decades-long national campaign that began shortly after the nation gained its independence in 2002. By effectively interrupting the chain of indigenous malaria transmission for three…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has formally expressed its deep regret following the United States’ notification of its intent to withdraw from the international body. As a founding member of the organization, the United States has historically played a pivotal role in shaping global public health, contributing significantly to monumental achievements such as the global…
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In a major move to fortify global health infrastructure, the World Health Organization (WHO) has officially unveiled the "SCORE for Health Data Technical Package." This initiative, launched as part of the organization’s broader commitment to improving health outcomes worldwide, seeks to provide nations with the essential tools, standards, and guidance needed to modernize their health…
As the excitement of summer fades and school districts across the country welcome students back for the autumn term, educators and specialists are transitioning their classrooms and clinics to seasonal themes. Among the most popular tools for early September in school-based occupational therapy is the apple theme, offering a versatile foundation for targeted interventions. Therapists…
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As the warm weather arrives and traditional school schedules disappear, parents, educators, and pediatric therapists face a familiar seasonal challenge: helping children adapt their sensory processing input options. While summer offers a wealth of rich outdoor experiences—from a trip to the local playground to a day at the beach—the disruption of structured routines often leads…
As the autumn season brings changing foliage and cooler weather, pediatric occupational therapists, educators, and parents are turning to seasonal themes to engage children in therapeutic play. Rather than choosing autumn-themed activities merely for seasonal amusement, professionals are utilizing materials such as apples, leaves, pumpkins, acorns, and farm elements to target specific developmental needs, including…
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For years, a familiar morning ritual defined the daily routine of one observant walker and neighborhood watcher. Armed with an eye for detail, she routinely studied the subtle changes in neighborhood architecture, the local pond, and the evergreen trees surrounding her family’s mountain cabin. These walks served as a vital anchor, keeping her energized and…
