John McFall, the Astronaut Flag Bearer at the Paris Paralympics, Is Ready to Fly

John McFall, the Astronaut Flag Bearer at the Paris Paralympics, Is Ready to Fly

At first we studied how my disabilities and prosthesis might affect my ability to meet the requirements in-flight. At a later stage we went into detail, to the point of figuring out, for example, whether I should compulsorily use my prosthesis in space, since legs are hardly used there. In summary, I can say that … Read more

DWP warning as people with these 21 medical conditions could miss out on £510 cash boost

DWP warning as people with these 21 medical conditions could miss out on £510 cash boost

People living with certain medical conditions are being urged to check if they qualify for a support payment worth hundreds of pounds a month. Known as the employment and support allowance (ESA), the benefit is available to those under state pension age who have a disability that affects how much they can work. As of … Read more