One Percent of U.S. Kids Affected by Autism
Autism is all over the media, but how many kids actually are on the spectrum? The latest estimate is out today, thanks to a telephone survey conducted by the Health Resources and Services...
View ArticleAutism Rate Among 8-Year-Olds Hits 1%
Over the past four years, the rate of autism among 8-year-olds in the U.S. jumped 57%, according to a study released last week by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. That brings the tally to around...
View ArticleLow Birthweight Linked With Increased Autism Rates
Premature infants born with low birthweight are five times more likely to have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) than children born at normal weights, according to a study published today in the journal...
View ArticleObesity in Pregnancy Linked to Autism in Kids
Moms who struggle with diabetes, hypertension or obesity while pregnant are more likely to have children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or developmental delays, a new study has revealed. The...
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