It's that time of year again... time for #DisabledInSTEM 2026 Mentorship applications! I'm so excited to be running this program for the sixth year and seeing the growth over the years! Mentee form: forms.gle/um5DvYnBi3tn... Mentor form: forms.gle/BvaxnQm8uhUR... Applications due December 5th!

#Disability after 50: Poll looks at self-identity and help with health care|https://medschool.umich.edu/health-lab/disability-after-50-poll-looks-self-identity-and-help-health-care. Thanks to @um-ihpi.bsky.social for partnering to examine questions of disability identification and access.

Thank you @madhupai.bsky.social for posting. We have always underfunded public health in the United States. Current actions appear to be a deliberate attempt to eliminate monitoring and reduce trust in scientific data in order to avoid accountability and implementation of evidence based approaches.

At the Lansing Shuffle for Breaking Barriers 2025. The crowd is relatively small but the #disability community is definitely present and the art is thought provoking. www.artworkarchive.com/rooms/discow...

Adaptive learning tools being sold in Walmart. Signs of progress and #disability integration and inclusion.

Thank you @samanticka.bsky.social for this substack post and your focus

After ruling the NIH grant cuts were illegal yesterday, Judge Young, a Reagan appointee on the bench since 1985, ended the hearing with a blistering 15-minute speech. I've cleaned up my notes — here are his remarks in full. 🧵

Reading this post and realizing that I'm still processing my feelings while I need to be thanking and supporting allies and working to create something tangible. Thank you Sam Cane open.substack.com/pub/sammka/p...

We did suspect, but this is beyond the pale. Apparently when large, US- centered datasets were inaccessible, their content was altered. 🧪 www.psypost.org/secret-chang...

Thank you @pfanderson.bsky.social for posting. The article reflects both the importance of the work going on to understand and enhance how we teach elementary school students as well as the tragedy of our current political environment which is taking away funding from such peer reviewed science.

Thank you @um-ihpi.bsky.social for providing this important breakdown

A lot of things are changing in #healthpolicy that could affect individuals' health care costs and access to coverage and care. But it doesn't all take effect at once. Two of our members break down some of the most important recent and upcoming changes here: ihpi.umich.edu/news-events/... #Medicaid

Another exciting and important program by @docswithdisability.bsky.social

Thank you @disabilityscoop.bsky.social for highlighting transition issues...

Thank you @amydiehl.bsky.socia for this post. This is why training, mentorship & sponsorship are so important for women in academia. The rules are different from the expectations and pressures - especially us. Many of us need to learn what they are and both boundary setting and negotiation skills.

With Liberty and Justice for all...

A new goal to work on during my sabbatical...

Taking time this 4th of July to catch my breath and spend time with family. Thank you @docinsano.bsky.social for sharing this link and reminding us of the importance of celebrating #disability pride month.

Thank you @diyabled.bsky.social for your inspiring words and important reminder. Happy #disabilitypride month.

Exciting developments in #spinal cord injury research. Thank you @shihcheng.bsky.social for posting

Thank you @debbiedingell.house.gov for all your work standing up for the people of Michigan and of the United States

What if something quick and free could cut your heart attack risk by 34%? Getting a flu vaccine each year is linked to a 34% lower risk of major cardiovascular events. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

We are outraged by the recent actions taken by Senators who voted to gut Medicaid—a lifeline for millions of children, older adults, disabled people, and families across this country. Our full statement: caringacross.org/news/senate-...

The recipe for economic growth isn’t tax cuts for the rich. It’s investment in our people — in health care, infrastructure and education — to build a strong middle class. You don't grow the economy through trickle-down nonsense — yet that's what this GOP budget is all about.

So Medicaid is the primary healthcare support for seniors in nursing homes, pregnant women and home and community based services for people with disabilities. What do congressional delegates who voted for this budget bill think will happen when 1 trillion dollars is cut from this critical life line?

Thank you @asacarny.bsky.social for this very helpful resource

July is #DisabilityPride month

And yet another resource I have to find the time to explore...

A2: The GARI database is an incredible resource for identifying accessibility features tailored to individual needs. If you haven’t used it yet, it’s worth exploring to see how your device supports accessibility. Have you tried it? Share your experience! #AXSChat @gariupdates.bsky.social

Plus many people with disabilities have had to become proactive problem solvers which is a great skill for business owners

Wonder what this looks like disabled adults 65+ . We may need to plan another manuscript @um-ihpi.bsky.social

Local groups seeking to organize one of these should reach out to the hospital communications office - both to let them know it’s a supportive protest & to get some info on what percentage of their patients are covered by Medicaid. Also ask if you can use any green space near public sidewalks.

Thank you @tahleenlattimer.bsky.social for being there and helping out! So glad you are joining our team!

Huge thank you to all who joined us to make U-M CDHW's "Starting the Conversation" event on June 7th, 2025 a success! Shout out to our keynote Christopher Samp, moderator Brandie Bentley, sponsor @um-ihpi.bsky.social & all participating orgs. Together, we're building a more inclusive community! ♿💛💙

The National Survey on Health and Disability is open! If you are in the US & a person w a disability or chronic condition, please share your experiences. This is one of the largest national disability & health surveys that exists! ~15 minutes! Take it at: kuhealthsurvey.org #DisabilityResearch

Disability breeds innovation. In order to survive and thrive, people with disabilities often need to get creative and problem-solve in a world that too often does not recognize and is not built for them. It's unfair and often exhausting but there we are. #disability

Thank you @disrightsuk.bsky.social for sharing this important piece by Celestine Fraser. Recognition of intersectionality is important - in life & in research. Hopefully recognizing both similarities & differences can help us be kinder to one another & transfer the knowledge & skills we learn.

These recommended pediatric and adult vaccine schedules reflect ACIP guidance, and were archived on Feb 18, 2025. 🚨 If you- or your kids are behind for any reason, get caught up now. Parents: cancer-preventing HPV vax is approved for all kids 9 yrs and up. Please don’t miss out on this protection.

Seems like it can't hurt to try. Thank you @um-ihpi.bsky.social and @mlipsitch.bsky.social for the encouragement

Can't beat a good icon array. Thank you @um-ihpi.bsky.social

Thank you @um-ihpi.bsky.social for the opportunity to participate in this wonderful program. To my colleagues at University of Michigan - I highly recommend! If you want to enhance the impact of your work, it's a great investment of your time.

Thank you @um-ihpi.bsky.social @karagavin.bsky.social and everyone who conceptualized, created and implemented the Impact Accelerator program. Such a wonderful workshop. I'll be processing the information provided for the next few months and working to apply it the rest of my career!

Thanks @karagavin.bsky.social Such an important and powerful idea. Now to find the time to add it to my schedule...#SciComm @um-ihpi.bsky.social

Thank you @karagavin.bsky.social and all @um-ihpi.bsky.social for your work and dedication creating the evidence base that is the foundation of science.

Uniform Federal Accessibility standards covered under Section 504 of the Rehab Act and the ADA amount to providing basic accessibility for disabled people. They are the floor - not best practices. Eliminating these requirements would take away any accountability for ensuring access #disability

#Section504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a critical piece of civil rights legislation that makes access to healthcare, participation and employment possibilities for people with disabilities. Make your voice heard by Monday, June 16th. #disability @docswithdisability.bsky.social

Thank you @um-ihpi.bsky.social for this great public resource

New #data alert! 📊 Two more waves of National Poll on Healthy #Aging data are now available for free public use. Explore findings on older adults’ views about healthcare costs, caregiving, scams, weight management, top health concerns, aspirin use, and more: ihpi.umich.edu/news-events/...

Science Saves Lives. Peer Reviewed, Evidence-Based Science. Science Funding Supports Communities. Universities serve as Anchor ⚓ Institutions. #SaveScience thank you for your support @debbiedingell.house.gov @peters.senate.gov @slotkin.senate.gov