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Confusing Newspaper Article Implies Link between Autism and Cancer
Autism Speaks provides clarification, with a nod to Forbes for clearing up the confusion in the mass media Autism Speaks provides clarification, with a nod to Forbes for clearing up the confusion in...
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Study Links Inducing/Augmenting Labor with Modestly Higher Autism Risk
Largest-ever study still too preliminary to warrant change to practice; even if risk confirmed, safety of mother and child remains paramount Largest-ever study still too preliminary to warrant change...
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Back in the News: Is Autism Underdiagnosed in Girls and Women?
Study suggesting gender differences in autism brain activity rekindles interest in lower rate of diagnosis among girls and women Study suggesting gender differences in autism brain activity rekindles...
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Autism Speaks Invites Applications for 2014 Pre- and Post-Doctoral Fellowships
Opportunities include the Meixner Postdoctoral Fellowships in Translational Research and the Weatherstone Predoctoral Fellowships Opportunities include the Meixner Postdoctoral Fellowships in...
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Study Assesses Pediatricians’ Role in Delayed Autism Diagnosis among Latinos
Autism Speaks tackles early-diagnosis gap with screening programs and translated, culturally adapted materials for underserved communities Autism Speaks tackles early-diagnosis gap with screenings and...
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Largest-ever Autism Sibling Study Compares Risk between Full and Half Sibs
Shared risk higher among half sibs who share mom; findings underscore importance of monitoring baby sibs for early signs of autism Shared risk higher among half sibs who share mom; findings underscore...
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Gene Therapy Reverses Rett Syndrome in Animal Model
Results advance progress toward potential treatment for syndrome characterized by autism and profound medical problems Results advance progress toward potential treatment for syndrome characterized by...
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Nearly 1 in 5 Children with ADHD Have Autism Traits, Says Study
A new study published today in Pediatrics reports that a large proportion of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderAugust 26, 2013A new study published today in Pediatrics reports that...
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Researchers Discover Potential Cause of Autism in Key Enzyme Group
Study sheds light on possible environmental factors behind autism spectrum disorders When a key group of enzymes called topoisomerases are impaired or inhibited, it can have a profound impact on the...
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Autism Speaks Announces Dates, Venue for 2nd Annual Autism Investment Conference
Autism Speaks' 2nd annual Autism Investment Conference represents the world's premier autism business-development and networking event AIC-2014 represents the world's premier autism...
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Autism Speaks Hails First Latin American Autism Conference
Government leaders, researchers, NGOs, & families lay groundwork for regional collaboration Autism Speaks and RedeAmericas will present the first Latin American conference on autism spectrum...
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Autism Study Flags Differences in Developmental Brain Chemistry
Researchers note corrective 'rebound' in brains of children with autism; insights into adaptiveness of developing brain Researchers note corrective 'rebound' in brains of children with autism;...
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Autism Speaks Sponsors World Health Organization Conference on ASD
Three-day meeting in Geneva will identify priorities for action and bring together stakeholders, policy makers and experts Three-day meeting in Geneva will identify priorities for action and bring...
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Autism Speaks Receives Audience with Michelle Bachelet
Science leadership discusses the state of autism in Chile with former president Former president of Chile and current presidential front-runner discussed the state of autism in Chile with Autism...
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Autism Study Explores Link between Motor and Social Skills
Researchers advocate including “adaptive physical education” in early intervention therapy for ASD Researchers advocate including “adaptive physical education” in early intervention therapy for...
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Gene Linked to Severe Form of Autism Stunts Neuron Development in Mice
Investigators restore brain-cell branching in early research on potential treatment for some forms of autism Investigators restore brain-cell branching in early research on potential treatment for...
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Study Provides New Clues to Oxytocin-Autism Connection
Oxytocin appears to partner with another vital brain chemical – serotonin – to make social contact rewarding Oxytocin appears to partner with another vital brain chemical – serotonin – to make social...
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Half of Kids with Neurodevelopmental Disability Lack Flu Protection
Experts concerned by high risk of influenza complications in this group; particular danger for those with epilepsy Experts concerned by high risk of influenza complications in this group; particular...
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Rhode Island Creates First State Autism Registry
Voluntary registry will advance research and public advocacy by gathering information on individuals with autism statewide Voluntary registry will advance research and public advocacy by gathering...
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Autism Speaks and the World Health Organization Listens
Andy Shih delivers call for action at WHO's 1st conference on autism and other developmental disorders, co-sponsored by Autism Speaks Andy Shih delivers call for action at WHO's 1st conference on...
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