Recent statements from high-ranking officials have stirred up controversy by linking autism to common medications and vaccines. The president and health secretary suggested that acetaminophen, found in Tylenol, might contribute to autism. This claim contradicts decades of research showing the medica
In Bowie, a mother named Anjolene Smack-Whaley has seen a big change in her 24-year-old son. He is on the autism spectrum and used to have trouble controlling his anger and emotions. He would make loud noises, threaten to do things, and even run outside. This was hard for her to handle, especially s
Autism rates in the US have been climbing, with one in 31 children now affected. This rise has sparked a hunt for possible causes, from genes to the environment. Recently, attention has turned to acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, and its potential role in autism development. A report
Autism and faith is a topic that hasn't been studied much. It's important to understand how adults with autism experience and practice religion. Faith is a personal thing. It's about beliefs and practices that come from a religious group. For autistic adults, there are unique challenges and needs wh
Special education professionals in Saudi Arabia are starting to see the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, there are still many hurdles to overcome before AI can be fully integrated into the diagnostic process. One of the biggest challen
Nina, a 17-year-old with severe autism, is a familiar face in Newburyport, known for her outgoing personality and her service dog, Raja. She loves her daily outings with her mom, Sarah, whether it's cycling together or swimming at the YMCA. The community has welcomed Nina with open arms, but there's
In the past, vaccines had a big problem: bacteria could grow in them and make people sick. To stop this, a preservative called thimerosal was added to vaccines in the 1930s. It worked well for a long time, and the only issues were minor reactions at the injection site. But in 1999, health officials
A nurse practitioner with a background in pediatrics and family medicine is set to discuss thimerosal in flu vaccines at a meeting of new CDC vaccine advisers. Lyn Redwood, former president of the anti-vaccine group Children’s Health Defense, will present on this topic, raising eyebrows among public
Caregivers have a significant impact on the language development of infants, especially those at risk for autism. But does the caregiver's own traits influence how much help they can provide? This is a question that has been explored in a recent study. The study looked at how caregivers with diffe
In recent times, there has been a push to make autism screening more accessible. One way this is happening is through remote assessments. These are done from the comfort of a child's home. This approach is particularly helpful for families who might struggle to get to a clinic. The tool used in this
