Advocacy is one of the core tenets of our mission here at the Amputee Coalition and we are committed to supporting legislation that will benefit the limb loss and limb difference community. Initiated by the Government Relations department, the Amputee Coalition is...
Reprinted with permission from Ailm Medical. Covid regulations are still in flux around the world. Here's a country-by-country roundup of what's happening. In the latest news, Spain will lift its mask mandate on public transportation in February. South Korea has...
Traveling during the holidays or traveling, in general, can be quite stressful and intimidating for anyone. Travel can be especially stressful when facing the additional challenges of carrying extra equipment and being on the road. But, with the proper preparation,...
Adapted from U.S. Department of Justice Office of Public Affairs In November 2021, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit alleging that Uber violated Title III of the ADA, which prohibits discrimination by private transportation companies like Uber. According to...
By Allison Miller “When will I be able to travel again?” This was the question I was desperate to ask but afraid to have answered during my first meeting with a prosthetist in 2014. I had been in the hospital for more than two months after suffering an acute illness,...
Assess your capabilities Just like everything about being an amputee, your capabilities and comfort level are entirely for you to judge; respect where you are and anticipate that the first trip will have surprises and be ready to roll with them. Mobility devices...