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#DearTerry

On April 12, 1980, Terry Fox began his Marathon of Hope. When he stopped running, Canadians started writing messages of love, hope and inspiration.

Adult Amps Not Exercising Enough

A new study sheds light on the less-discussed topic of exercise rates in the amputee population. Research shows that amputees and their physicians need to prioritize regular exercise.

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Amputee Celebs Who Might Surprise

Amputation is not prejudiced by socio-economic status. Here are five celebrities that might surprise you to know are, or were, amputees.

Amputees Adrian and Alvin Perform to Global Audience

True to its message of inclusion, the True Colors Festival Concert 2022 was livestreamed globally, allowing audience members to join from across the world.

First Amputee to Fly in Zero-Gravity

Space firm Mission Astro Access challenged the perception that space travel is only for some by sending a disabled crew on a zero-gravity flight.

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If You Build It

31. That’s how many times my beach wheelchair was used at the Goderich Waterfront in just four weeks since it was put into action.

Legs 4 Africa

With Canadian operations, Legs 4 Africa is helping people walk again in sub-Saharan Africa.

Simple Solution for Liner Odour

A common problem for amputees is irritation, odour and infections related to prosthetic liner use. The Liner Wand may be one of those solutions.

Sole Cells to Sturdy Stump Skin

Bioengineers Dr. Claire Higgins and Dr. Colin Boyle, from London’s (U.K.) Imperial College, want to use the thick, tough skin from the sole of the foot as a stencil for sturdier stump skin.

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