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health25 days ago•5 min saved

ADA Faces Backlash as Members Call for Independent Review After Researchers' Ejection

Members of the American Diabetes Association launched an immediate boycott protesting leadership after five researchers were removed from the June meeting for distributing an editorial on federal funding cuts. Editors of Diabetes Care joined, suspending manuscript reviews, with 400+ signees pledging to halt ADA-related activities until an independent review of the organization's structure and leadership is conducted. Tensions rose after ADA blocked six op-eds; initial internal findings claimed code-of-conduct violations but later said the investigation is ongoing. The movement seeks meaningful reforms and may align with other medical societies if unmet; a final report is due soon.

via MedPage Today|

#ada #boycott #diabetes

entertainment1 month ago•2 min saved

Judge Dismisses Final Claims in Lizzo Wardrobe-Stylist Lawsuit

A federal judge dismissed the remaining claims in Asha Daniels’ suit against Lizzo and her production company, ruling that the alleged hostile workplace and disability allegations did not meet Title VII or ADA standards. The decision follows earlier dismissals, with Daniels’ counsel signaling potential next steps, while other dancer lawsuits tied to Lizzo continue, and the prior fat-shaming claim having been dismissed in 2025.

via The Guardian|

#ada #asha-daniels #entertainment

policy1 month ago•11 min saved

Disability advocates fear rollback of community care as DOJ rethinks integration

Two blind siblings in New Jersey illustrate how the ADA’s integration mandate shaped their lives, while a Texas v. Kennedy lawsuit and a June DOJ memo question the federal obligation to fund and enforce community-based disability services. With Medicaid cuts looming, advocates warn the shift could push more people back into institutions, even as millions rely on home- and community-based supports; Kaleigh Brendle is pursuing law school and advocates like Judy's League aim to defend protections for future families.

via NPR|

#ada #community-based-services #disability-rights

health4 months ago•5 min saved

ADA apologizes for ejecting scientists over anti-Trump editorial

The American Diabetes Association apologized after five leading diabetes scientists were escorted from its annual meeting for handing out an editorial critical of the Trump administration, a move the ADA had initially defended as enforcing a code of conduct and nonpartisan policy but which sparked widespread backlash and calls for an independent review to prevent recurrence.

via Ars Technica|

#ada #controversy #diabetes

health4 months ago•6 min saved

ADA faces backlash after expulsion of dissenting doctors at conference

Five doctors distributing an editorial criticizing federal NIH funding cuts were escorted out of the ADA conference in New Orleans, triggering widespread outrage among researchers and leading to resignations by top ADA leaders; the organization defended the action as enforcing conduct rules, but critics warn it harms scientific integrity and open debate amid funding pressures.

via statnews.com|

#ada #diabetes #health

health4 months ago•4 min saved

ADA Leaders Step Down After Editorial Distribution Sparks Ejection at Conference

Two ADA leaders resigned after five researchers were escorted out of the New Orleans meeting for distributing a Diabetes Care editorial, prompting public support for the researchers and renewed questions about ADA policy on distributing materials at conferences.

via MedPage Today|

#ada #conference #diabetes

health4 months ago•4 min saved

Reprints vs Restraints: Scientists Ejected at Diabetes Conference Over Editorial

Five senior scientists, including Diabetes Care editor-in-chief Steven Kahn and former ADA president Desmond Schatz, were escorted out of the American Diabetes Association’s annual meeting in New Orleans after handing out reprints of an editorial critical of the Trump administration’s science policy; the ADA says they violated its conference code of conduct, while critics call the move censorship. The incident occurred near a session with NIH director Jay Bhattacharya (who canceled and was replaced by another NIH official). Kahn has asked to be readmitted to the conference.

via Ars Technica|

#ada #censorship #conference

health-policy4 months ago•5 min saved

NIH official backs MAHA at ADA meeting, pushing integrated diabetes research

At ADA's 2026 scientific sessions, a senior NIH adviser endorsed the Make America Healthy Again agenda, framing diabetes as a case for NIH-wide, integrated prevention research and acknowledging funding cuts under a new administration. He defended MAHA’s emphasis on rigorous, root-cause science—including exposome, environmental factors, and vaccines research—while avoiding a vaccine-autism link. His remarks followed the NIH director’s cancellation of a Trump-era venue appearance; the talk elicited applause amid policy questions about peer review and grant disbursement. Five ADA registrants were escorted from the conference for distributing a critical editorial about changes to biomedical research, according to ADA.

via statnews.com|

#ada #diabetes #funding

education5 months ago•5 min saved

DOJ Delays Public Colleges’ ADA Website Deadline by One Year

The Department of Justice pushed back the effective date of its stricter ADA digital-accessibility rules for public colleges to April 26, 2027 (April 26, 2028 for small entities), delaying deadlines for updating websites and course materials. Citing costs and coordination burdens, the interim final rule aims to ease institutions into compliance, drawing praise from some higher-ed groups but criticism from disability-rights advocates who warn that delays prolong barriers to inclusive education.

via The Chronicle of Higher Education|

#ada #disability-and-accessibility #education

government5 months ago•53 min saved

DOJ Delays ADA Web Access Deadline for Public Higher Education

The Department of Justice has extended the deadline for meeting the updated Web Content Accessibility Guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act for public colleges, universities, and other public entities, pushing compliance back about a year due to concerns over staffing and resources. The interim final rule aims to reduce litigation risk and give institutions time to implement accessible PDFs, captions, alt text, and accessible interfaces across web pages and third‑party platforms. Disability advocates criticized the delay as a setback, while institutions are urged to maintain momentum on accessibility efforts; the rule is open for public comment through June 22, and the original deadline was slated for April 24 with some regional exceptions for smaller governments.

via Inside Higher Ed|

#accessibility #ada #doj

culture6 months ago•511 min saved

Roan-Jorginho Breakfast Drama Sparks Rio City Backlash

Over a São Paulo hotel breakfast during Lollapalooza Brasil, soccer star Jorginho accused Chappell Roan of making his daughter Ada cry; Roan said no one approached her and a hotel guard acted on false assumptions, while Ada’s mother Catherine Harding claimed the guard wasn’t hotel security and berated them. The conflicting accounts prompted online memes, Roan and Harding public responses, and even Rio’s mayor weighing in, turning a breakfast moment into a cross‑continental celebrity drama.

via The Cut|

#ada #brazil #chappell-roan

health9 months ago•2 min saved

American Diabetes Association Updates Standards of Care

The American Diabetes Association has released its 2026 Standards of Care, a comprehensive guide emphasizing proactive management, regular screenings, and the integration of new technology like Continuous Glucose Monitors to improve diabetes diagnosis and treatment, especially in high-risk populations such as Louisiana.

via WBRZ|

#ada #diabetes #health

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

Cardano's Price Outlook: Breakout, Targets, and Long-Term Potential

Cardano's ADA is approaching a potential breakout towards $3.50 driven by the upcoming Voltaire upgrade, increased DeFi activity, and whale investments. Technical signals and historical patterns suggest bullish momentum, but risks like slow development, competition, and market conditions remain. The success of the Voltaire transition is crucial for its future growth.

via AMBCrypto|

#ada #cardano #defi

cryptocurrency1 year ago•2 min saved

Cardano's Price Surge and Whale Activity Signal Potential Rally

Cardano (ADA) is showing strong bullish signals with significant whale accumulation, technical support, and a dominance of long positions in futures markets. If ADA breaks the $0.93 resistance, it could potentially rise to $1.16, supported by rising open interest and positive market sentiment. However, the resistance level remains a challenge, and traders should watch for potential volatility.

via AMBCrypto|

#ada #bullish-breakout #cardano

cryptocurrency1 year ago•3 min saved

Cardano Faces Potential 6.5% Drop Amid Market Uncertainty

Cardano's ADA faces a potential 6.5% decline if it closes below $0.90, despite a surge in futures trading volume and technical indicators suggesting possible upward movement. The asset is in a critical support zone, with traders closely watching for a breakout or breakdown that could lead to significant price changes.

via AMBCrypto|

#ada #cardano #cryptocurrency