Hello AC Community, This is Dante’ Daniel, Public Policy Manager with the Amputee Coalition’s Government Relations department. Today I am writing to provide context of our latest advocacy efforts concerning the proposed rulemaking on Discrimination on the Basis of...
Sepsis Alliance Releases New Report on the Risks of Superbugs and the Next Pandemic
Sepsis Alliance is pleased to release a new survey report: The Healthcare C-Suite AMR Market Report: What Executives Think About Rising Risks of Superbugs and the Next Pandemic. The new research in this report, which was conducted by healthcare consultancy Sage Growth...
National Conference Takeaways: Elevate Mental Health in Limb Loss and Limb Difference
Our 2023 National Conference boasted a variety of informative sessions covering topics relevant to the limb loss and limb difference community. If you were unable to attend, learn more about the key takeaways from our deeper dive session on limb loss and mental...
Don’t Let Disability Define Your Career: Tech Tips to Thrive
By Don Lewis In the era of digital transformation, people with limb loss and limb difference are finding innovative ways to leverage technology to advance their careers. This article delves into various strategies and tools that can empower you to navigate the...
Ohio Mom’s Life-Altering Battle: Flu Complications Result in Quadruple Limb Amputation
In a harrowing tale of resilience and strength, Kristin Fox from Ohio recounts to People Magazine the life-altering experience that unfolded after she contracted the flu in March 2020, just as the world was on the brink of the COVID-19 pandemic. Little did she know...
Register for the December Virtual Town Hall
Join us next month for an Amputee Coalition Community Town Hall! Hear from President and CEO Cass Isidro and Board Chair John Register. We will gather virtually as a community to discuss important topics and updates for the year ahead. This virtual town hall provides...
Participate in Your State Recognizing April as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
By Ryan Geddie, Government Relations Specialist It may still be 2023, but today marks the beginning of our 2024 campaign to have April recognized as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. Due to different submission deadlines in states, with some states...
AC News Flash Featuring AAPD
In this edition of the AC News Flash, President and CEO Cass Isidro chats with Maria Town, President and CEO of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), covering highlights from the REV Up Campaign/state voting guides, newly released subminimum...
National Conference Takeaways: Osseointegration in the U.S. – Today and Tomorrow
The 2023 National Conference boasted a variety of informative sessions covering topics relevant to the limb loss and limb difference community. Osseointegration is a procedure which is gaining popularity and giving hope to people who struggle with wearing a...
Join the #CaregiversConnect National Family Caregivers Month Campaign
Every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) provides an important opportunity to recognize the unsung heroes who dedicate their time and energy to caring for their loved ones. This year the tradition continues with a signed proclamation from President...