The Administration’s Autism Plan Is Controversial – But It Also Presents a Vital Opportunity
Public debate is growing, but the real path forward lies in defining autism’s biology — and for the first time, we can.
AI Enhancing Multidisciplinary Care in the Autism and IDD Community
Care coordination is complex, but if done effectively, it can positively impact both the learner and the professionals delivering care.
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Immune Support on Demand: Ranking the Top Mobile IV Therapy Companies
Explore the top mobile IV therapy companies boosting immune health on demand, with standout services, expert care and innovative delivery across the U.S.
Forta Health Rakes In $55M to Empower Family Caregivers
Forta Health raised $55 million in Series A funding on Wednesday. The startup offers a platform to help family caregivers quickly access care to manage their loved ones' chronic conditions. Its first area of focus is autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Why More Healthcare Disciplines Need to Adopt an Assent-Based Approach
Patients deserve agency over their own bodies and care, and clinicians, educators, and caregivers can be those catalysts needed to promote disability rights in healthcare practices across the industry.
Despite state insurance mandates, children with autism don’t always get care
Researchers found that the state mandates — which apply to coverage available on the individual market and some group and employer plans — led to about 12 percent more children getting some kind of treatment for autism. But when compared with the number believed to have the condition, it’s not nearly enough, they say.
New connections between autism and prenatal exposure to air pollution
A new study has found a connection between a pregnant woman’s exposure to air pollution and the chances of her child having autism. Other research has shown a connection in young children, according to IFLScience, but this was the first to collect data across the U.S. looking specifically at the risk for unborn children from […]
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These Are the Top-Rated Autism Therapy Centers in Texas
There are a number of criteria for selecting the best autism therapy centers. Parents choosing a facility or professionals seeking to improve their offerings should consider certain standards to ensure the right fit.
Autism Speaks partners with Google for the largest database of sequenced genomic info
Previously known as The Autism Speaks Ten Thousand Genomes Program (AUT10K), “MSSNG” is the newest endeavor to create the world’s largest database of sequenced genomic information with the help of the Google Cloud Platform. Announced today, this collaboration will allow worldwide access to autism research for scientists. Part of the campaign includes really incredible images […]
Jerry Seinfeld on the autism spectrum?
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld says he has learned more about autism in recent years. It turns out, as he revealed in a NBC’s “Nightly News” segment Thursday with Brian Williams, he thinks he might be on the spectrum. Williams asked him to explain why he thinks that might be the case. “Basic social engagement is really […]