Mother Arrested in Chiba Over Alleged Drowning Death of Disabled Daughter
Police in Mobara have arrested a 58-year-old woman on suspicion of drowning her 29-year-old severely disabled daughter at their home, those familiar with matter have said.
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Ancient Verona Arena boosts accessibility for Paralympics opening ceremony [Podcast Episode]
The modifications to the arena, which dates back around 2,000 years, include ramps, protective railings and, after the games, an elevator. The work has been undertaken as part of some 20 million euros ($23 million) worth of improvements funded by the Italian government to enhance accessibility throughout Verona.
Paralympics: Ancient Verona Arena boosts accessibility for opening ceremony
The modifications to the arena, which dates back around 2,000 years, include ramps, protective railings and, after the games, an elevator. The work has been undertaken as part of some 20 million euros ($23 million) worth of improvements funded by the Italian government to enhance accessibility throughout Verona.
Saitama Disability Facility to Be Abolished on April 1; Families of Users Forced Into Unwanted Transfers Say Move Is “Irresponsible”
Families of users of a disability care facility in Kawaguchi have voiced concern over the planned April 1 closure of the center, saying many clients still have no confirmed alternative placements. City officials said the decision was driven by rising welfare costs, noting that the annual designated management fees are about 4.04 million yen for the daily care facility and roughly 2.33 million yen for a related employment support center. The closure ordinance was approved by the municipal assembly with support from members of the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito, but families criticized the timeline as too short to arrange suitable transfers. The assembly has also urged the city government to take responsibility if alternative placements are not secured before the shutdown.
Japan’s Health Ministry Approves “Sleep Disorder” as Medical Department Name, First Addition Since 2008
On March 6, a specialized panel of Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare approved adding “sleep disorders” to the list of medical department names that medical institutions can display on signboards and in advertisements. It is the first addition since 2008.
Wheelchair curlers open Milan Cortina Paralympic Games for Japan
Japan’s wheelchair curling mixed doubles team opened the country’s campaign at the Milan Cortina Paralympics on Wednesday, ahead of the official start of the international sporting event later this week. Aki Ogawa, 50, and Yoji Nakajima, 61, lost 10-3 to China in their opening round-robin match after surrendering an early lead and allowing their opponents to steadily extend the margin. Admitting she was unable to overcome the pressure, Ogawa said after the match at the Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium, “It is a pleasure to play the sport I love on such a stage.”
Japan heads to Winter Paralympic Games with biggest team in decades
Japan is fielding 44 athletes across all six sports, its largest overseas delegation to a Winter Paralympics, surpassed only by the 70 at the 1998 Nagano Games.
Tokyo Institute of Science Identifies Mechanism Causing Kidney Damage from Red Yeast Rice Supplements
Amid health problems linked to red yeast rice supplements produced by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, a research team at the Tokyo Institute of Science announced by the 5th that it has clarified part of the mechanism by which puberulic acid, a substance derived from blue mold and identified as the causal compound, triggers kidney damage. While the substance responsible had previously been identified, how it actually damaged the kidneys had remained unclear.
Paralympics: Japan skier Kawayoke alters game plan in pursuit of gold
After winning gold four years ago in Beijing, Japanese Para cross-country skier Taiki Kawayoke has adopted a new game plan as he targets a return to the top of the podium at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics, opening Friday.
Hiroshima Revokes Designation of 7 Facilities for Disabled Children; Fraudulent Claims Affect 214 [Podcast Episode]
Hiroshima Prefecture announced on Feb. 27 that it will revoke the designation of four facilities in Etajima City, including “Popo Etajima,” which serve children with disabilities. The revocation, due to fraudulent claims by the operator, will take effect on April 1. The city of Kure also announced it will take similar action against three facilities in the city operated by the same company. The total amount of fraudulent claims is about 260 million yen, affecting 214 children. As they will no longer be able to use the services from April 1, the prefectural government and other authorities are coordinating alternative placements.
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