Clave Biblioteca Entrada: Estrellas y Famosos con amputación * Notas y Artículos
Jess Quinn, lost her right leg to cancer at the age of 9
Jessica Emily Quinn Lost Her Right Leg to Cancer at Age 9. Heartbreaking yet empowering story of this young woman’s journey with amputation.
Lauren Wasser, lost her legs to toxic shock syndrome
Lauren Wasser Lost Her Legs to Toxic Shock Syndrome. Tragic yet inspiring account of this model’s battle with a life-threatening condition.
Haven Shepherd, amputation Paralympic swimmer
Haven Shepherd, the US swimmer Paralympian who survived a family suicide attempt at a young age. Overcoming adversity to achieve athletic success.
Footless Jo, amputated foot, the brave act of faith
Footless Jo’s brave leap of faith. The remarkable journey of a man who overcame the loss of his feet to achieve his goals.
Samantha Tokita McLean, leg amputee and photographer
Samantha Tokita-McLean, content creator and disability advocate. Highlighting the work of this influencer promoting disability awareness.
John Edward Heath, leg amputation, nothing stops him
John Edward Heath: After having his leg amputated, this former Marine won’t let anything stop him. Story of resilience and determination.
Jack Eyers, amputated leg, has no brakes in life
Jack Eyers: ‘Having a disability doesn’t need to hold you back’. The inspiring message of this former model and personal trainer with an amputation.
Sophie de Oliveira Barata, creates art prosthetics
Sophie de Oliveira Barata creates highly stylized wearable art piece prosthetics. Profile of the artist redefining the aesthetics of prosthetic limbs.
James Young, the coolest bionic arm
James Young, The Coolest Bionic Arm. Profile of this individual who has embraced advanced prosthetic technology.
Kelly Knox, arm amputee, model and activist
Kelly Knox says society turns a blind eye to disability – the irony. Reflections on the challenges faced by people with disabilities in the public eye.
Bianca Balti, remove her breasts and ovaries
Bianca Balti Remove Her Breasts and Ovaries. Exploring the personal decision of this model to undergo preventive surgeries.
Extreme bionics: The future of human ability
Extreme Bionics: The Future of Human Ability. Speculating on the transformative potential of advanced prosthetics and implants.
Hugh Herr, world leader in bionics and biomechanics
Hugh Herr, winner of the Princess of Asturias Award, global leader in the field of bionics and biomechanics. Biography of this outstanding scientist and innovator.
Hugh Herr, history of paraclimbers
Hugh Herr: History of Paraclimbers. Delving into the inspiring achievements of athletes with disabilities in the sport of climbing.
Aimee Mullins, leg amputee, powerfully reinvented herself
Aimee Mullins powerfully reinvented her life. Story of success and overcoming of this athlete, model and activist with amputation.
Giusy Versace, bilateral amputee, politician
Giusy Versace, bilateral amputee, politician and heir to the Italian Versace monarchy. Profile of this prominent woman in the public and business spheres.”
Paola Antonini, amputated leg and Barbie amputated leg
Paola Antonini celebrates that Barbie is inclusive of people who have amputations. Reflections on the representation of disability in toys.
Viktoria Modesta, voluntarily amputated leg
Viktoria Modesta Voluntarily Amputated Leg. Examining the empowering choice of this artist to redefine her own body.
