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What we know (and don’t know) about autism, according to science
Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people communicate, behave ...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggests compensating families of some people with autism
The Health and Human Services secretary defended his claims about children with autism that drew backlash last week, saying ...
Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Autism Research—Even As It Aims to Find the Cause
R obert F. Kennedy Jr., the secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has shone a spotlight on ...
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A Brief History of the Science of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism's history is filled with misconceptions. Understanding the science helps us move past outdated myths, support autistic ...
NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance." ...
RFK Jr.'s Major Autism Study to Use Private Health Records
TUESDAY, April 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will provide private health data to ...
FACT FOCUS: Examining RFK Jr.'s claims about measles, autism and diet as head of HHS
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made sweeping changes to the Department of Health and Human Services in just a few ...
Muhlenberg poll: Belief that vaccines cause autism up, opposition to legalizing marijuana down in Pennsylvania
More Pennsylvania residents believe there could be a link between autism and vaccines in the latest Muhlenberg College survey ...