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Challenges and Breakthroughs in Brain Injury Rehabilitation

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Brain injury rehabilitation is a critical aspect of recovery for thousands of individuals in the UK each year. Whether caused by accidents, sports injuries, or medical conditions or negligence, brain injuries can have life-altering consequences. However, the journey to recovery is often fraught with challenges, from accessibility gaps to funding limitations. At the same time, […]

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Congrats to Caroline for completing the London Landmarks Half Marathon and raising over £3,000!

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A huge congratulations to Caroline Klage, who took on the London Landmarks Half Marathon this weekend and raised over £3,000 for Cerebra! 🧡🏃‍♀️ Caroline, Head of the Brain Injury Division at Bolt Burdon Kemp, ran in support of children with brain conditions – a cause close to her heart and the wider Child Brain Injury

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Free webinar: Understanding neurodiversity in communication and social abilities in children with intellectual disabilities

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Free lunchtime webinar: Wednesday 14th May – 12.30pm – 2pm For parents, carers and professionals that support families. People with intellectual disabilities are an incredibly diverse group, each with their own strengths and challenges in communication and social abilities, which can either support their wellbeing and community participation or create barriers that limit their opportunities.

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Response to the Government’s proposed changes to personal independence payments (PIP)

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We are deeply concerned that the Government is proposing to tighten the eligibility criteria for personal independence payments (PIP). According to media reports, the Government will be seeking to raise the threshold in an announcement tomorrow. Any raising of the threshold will cause increased hardship for disabled young people and adults, and their families. We

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Legal Pathways for Families Coping with Child Brain Injuries from Medical Negligence

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Navigating the aftermath of a child’s brain injury caused by medical negligence is a challenging and emotional experience for families. Understanding the legal options available can feel overwhelming, but seeking guidance from experts can provide clarity and reassurance. To explore this critical topic, we spoke with Leanne Devine, a specialist child brain injury solicitor at

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Cerebral palsy and medical negligence: your questions answered

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Can cerebral palsy be caused by medical negligence? Medical negligence in cerebral palsy claims usually arises if there is a failure to deliver a baby when there are indications of stress. A delay in the delivery could mean that the baby is deprived of oxygen, which can cause permanent damage to the brain. Cerebral palsy

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Urgent Call for Action: Support Disabled Children’s Right to Dignified, Accessible Continence Care

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Our groundbreaking new report reveals a shocking failure by health and social care bodies across England, Wales, and Scotland to provide adequate paediatric continence supplies for disabled children. The lack of appropriate, accessible services is causing severe emotional, financial, and social consequences for families, and these disabled children are being denied their basic right to

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