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Rising Costs of Disability Insurance in Brazil: A Growing Economic Concern

Disability insurance costs are surging in Brazil, placing a significant financial burden on the country’s social security system. A recent study published in BMC Public Health examines the long-term cost trends of...

Addressing Diabetes Care Disparities in Deaf and Blind Communities

Every individual deserves equal access to quality healthcare, but for millions living with diabetes in the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (BLV) communities, that goal is far from reality. Recent...

Breaking Barriers: Financial Inclusion for People with Disabilities

Globally, financial exclusion is a stark reality for people with disabilities (PWDs), especially in low- to middle-income countries (LMICs). A recent scoping review, “Financial Inclusion for People with Disability,” highlights systemic barriers...

Breaking the Cycle of Usury: Understanding and Addressing Financial Vulnerability in Italy

Usury—an exploitative practice often involving exorbitant interest rates—remains a persistent issue globally. In Italy, the problem has deep social and economic roots, exacerbated by financial crises and inequality. A recent study by...

Accessible Travel: Breaking Barriers for People with Disabilities

Travel is more than movement; it’s freedom, access to opportunity, and a bridge to equality. Yet, for millions of people with disabilities, it’s a daily challenge filled with barriers. A comprehensive meta-review...

Transforming Disability and Marketplace Access: A Path Toward Inclusion

In a world where consumer participation defines societal roles, individuals with disabilities often face significant barriers to market access. A recent study sheds light on these challenges, proposing a transformative approach to...

Unlocking Academic Success for Students with Disabilities

Inclusion and equity are vital pillars of modern education. Yet, for students with disabilities, the path to academic success often comes with significant barriers. Disabilities, whether physical, psychological, intellectual, or sensory, intersect...

The New Age of Retail Addiction: How Smartphones Fuel Online Shopping Obsessions Among Young Adults

As the world embraces digitalization, online shopping has evolved from convenience to a cornerstone of modern retail. However, lurking in this digital transformation is a growing problem: online shopping addiction, especially among...

Happiness and Foreign Direct Investment: Unlocking Africa’s Potential

As the pursuit of happiness takes center stage in global development agendas, Africa’s relationship with Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) provides a compelling case study. While happiness and economic measures such as FDI...

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