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Study suggests autism 'epidemic' linked to expansion of definition

According to the U.S Centers for Disease and Control, autism was estimated to affect five to 10 children out of 10,000 in the 1960's. Getty Images Anti-vaxer’s have espoused for many years the autism ‘epidemic’ is a consequence of vaccines. However, a …

Autism diagnosis questioned in Canadian-led review

The autism diagnosis has become so broad that it prevents a better understanding of how the autistic brain works, a Canadian researcher and psychiatrist says. In a meta-analysis published in JAMA Psychiatry, researchers in Quebec and Denmark  analyzed 11 …

Delta apologizes after family complained autistic passenger not allowed to change seats

Delta Air Lines has apologized after a flight crew refused to allow an autistic man to change seats to sit next to a family member.  The issue first gained national prominence after Ayo Isola shared a Facebook post that has now gone viral explaining that …

Winnipeg organization creating job connections for Autism Spectrum Disorder clients

Finch Therapeutics Raises $53 Million to Advance Microbiome-Based Therapies for Recurrent C. Difficile, Autism and other ...

SOMERVILLE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 22, 2019-- Finch Therapeutics Group, Inc., a clinical-stage microbiome therapeutics company, announced today the completion of a $53 million Series C financing. The financing comes from new investors including OCV …

Is the ‘autism epidemic’ real? Researchers say over-diagnosis to blame for spike in number of cases

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other anti-vaccine crusaders have long and falsely blamed vaccines for breeding an “epidemic” of autism. But is the epidemic even real? According to the authors of a new study, the astonishing explosion in the number of diagnosed …

Is it autism? The line is getting increasingly blurry

Newswise — Around the world, the number of people diagnosed with autism is rising. In the United States, the prevalence of the disorder has grown from 0.05% in 1966 to more than 2% today. In Quebec, the reported prevalence is close to 2% and according to a …

Amy Schumer's perfect response to fan's comment about her son and autism

Comedian Amy Schumer had the perfect response for a fan who asked her about her son and the possibility that he might have Austim Spectrum Disorder (ASD). "Would anyone be interested in seeing a docu series of my pregnancy and birth?" Schumer …

Zelda Therapeutics achieves patient milestone in autism treatment cannabis study

Parents of more than 100 kids aged about 10 are reporting how the treatments affect the children’s behaviour. Zelda Therapeutics Ltd (ASX:ZLD, FRA:G1G, OTCMKTS:ZLDAF) has enrolled a milestone 100th patient in a behavioural study evaluating its medicinal …

Autism programme to welcome first pupils

Published Aug 21, 2019 at 8:00 am (Updated Aug 21, 2019 at 8:04 am) Diallo Rabain, the Minister of Education An autism spectrum disorder programme for preschool children will welcome its first pupils next month. The new programme at Prospect Preschool in …

Researcher says new study suggests autism is overdiagnosed

Jean-Benoit Legault, The Associated Press Published Wednesday, August 21, 2019 7:06PM EDT MONTREAL -- Autism has become so overdiagnosed that within five to 10 years there could be almost no difference between groups of people who have been diagnosed with …

'Octomom' Nadya Suleman reveals son, 14, Aidan, is 'severely autistic' and requires 'total care'

She's best known as Octomom after giving birth to octuplets in January 2009 when she already had six children at home. And on Wednesday, Nadya Suleman revealed it has not been all smooth sailing.  Taking to her social media page, the 44-year-old …

Canadian researcher says new study suggests autism overdiagnosed

MONTREAL - Autism has become so overdiagnosed that within five to 10 years there could be almost no difference between groups of people who have been diagnosed with the condition and those who haven't, a Montreal researcher warns following the …

Childhood autism morbidity grew 12% in Kazakhstan

TARAZ. KAZINFORM The roundtable discussions on childhood autism problems took place in Taraz bringing together representatives of education system, social assistance sector, psychologists, mental specialists.  For the first time Kazakhstan debated autism …

7-year-old boy with autism returned home safely after wandering to a Whitby gas station

Bryann Aguilar, CP24.com Published Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:03PM EDT Last Updated Tuesday, August 20, 2019 4:04PM EDT A seven-year-old boy who is on the autism spectrum was returned safely to his family after wandering to a Whitby gas station on Tuesday …

The potential of CBD and cannabis within the anxiety and autism community

With the stigma of cannabis fading by the day, more families are exploring treatments that are more accessible and less pharmaceutical. The autism community is (literally) buzzing over several recent studies showing that cannabis and CBD-based products may …

SkyWest, Delta Airlines Under Fire for Refusing Seat Change for Autistic Passenger

Airlines SkyWest and Delta came under fire after a passenger said a flight crew refused to accommodate a seat change for his brother on the spectrum and chose to force the entire plane to wait three hours for a new crew before taking off instead. Ayo Isola …

Polish supermarkets introduce 'hours of silence' for autistic people

A supermarket chain in Poland is set to introduce an initiative across its stores with designated shopping hours during which it will adapt conditions for people on the autism spectrum. Auchan hypermarket's "Hours of silence" will be rolled …

Fringe play puts spotlight on autism

A play at the Edmonton Fringe Festival is putting autism centre stage. “Anna and the Substitute Teacher” revolves around a grade four girl with autism, who uses her differences to save the day. The show was co-written by Adam Schwartz, who is an autistic …

Roundup Options Encourages Those Diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma to Call the Attorneys at The Steinberg Law Group

Roundup Options Encourages People with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma or Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia to Call for Access to Attorneys at The Steinberg Law Group HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Roundup Options Help Center …

How Employers Can Encourage Healthy Eating at Work

There’s a revolution taking place in today’s corporate cafeterias. AUSTIN, TEXAS, USA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How Did Office Cafeterias Go Gourmet? If we could go back 30 years to ask the question: “What’s your favorite office …

Wellable Acquires On The Move From WELCOA

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wellable, a leading employee wellness technology and services provider, acquires the On The Move wellness technology platform from the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA …

Seniors' Physical and Mental Health Linked to Optimism

Study shows that a positive attitude can impact a senior’s mental and physical health. SHELTON, CONNECTICUT , UNITED STATES, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One of the growing health challenges that are prevalent today is understanding how …

Weight & Life MD Health and Wellness Clinic Announces Open House Event on September 21

Weight & Life MD, led by Dr. Nadia Pietrzykowska, is proud to announce the date for its Fall Open House Event on September 21 from 12pm-3pm. HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Weight & Life MD is …

Panacea Partners with Mendi to ‘Level the Playing Field’ Using Hemp Products

Panacea’s CBD makes its way into the world of athletics with this strategic pairing. GOLDEN, CO, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Panacea Life Sciences has made good on its promise to expand into markets beyond the medical …

Drug-Free World Volunteers take to the streets as ‘K2’ or synthetic marijuana overdoses increase

K2 overdose emergency cases are up 128% in DC over last year WASHINGTON, DC, USA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The spokesperson for the D.C. Fire and EMS in Washington, DC, sounded the alarm on the illegal street drug known as “K2” this …

Global Electronic Skin Market 2019 Share, Trend, Segmentation and Forecast to 2025

Electronic Skin Market –Market Demand, Growth, Opportunities, Analysis of Top Key Players and Forecast to 2025 PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Electronic Skin Market 2019 Wiseguyreports.Com adds “Electronic …

Foundation for a Drug-Free World Urges Parents to Educate Themselves about Marijuana and its Mind-Altering Drug THC

CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, USA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the push from marijuana advocates to legalize marijuana in Florida, FDFW is urging parents to find out the facts and the effects of this mind-altering drug and concerned mothers …

The SafeCare Group Launches AI Software to Improve Medication Safety

SafeCare AI - Intelligent Healthcare LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY, USA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The SafeCare Group® has launched the SafeCare AI™ Suite, a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence (AI) software suite to aid proactive real-time …

Humus Market 2019: Global Analysis, Share, Trends, Application Analysis and Forecast To 2024

Wiseguyreports.Com Adds “Humus -Market Demand, Growth, Opportunities and Analysis Of Top Key Player Forecast To 2024” To Its Research Database PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humus Industry Description …

Global Medical Staff Scheduling Software Market 2019 Share, Trend, Segmentation and Forecast to 2025

Medical Staff Scheduling Software Market –Market Demand, Growth, Opportunities, Analysis of Top Key Players and Forecast to 2025 PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medical Staff Scheduling Software Market 2019 …

Cannabis Oil Market 2019 Company Profiles, Size, Share and Market Intelligence Forecast To 2024

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Carcinoid Tumor Industry – Treatment, Outlook, Analysis, Research, Review to 2023

WiseGuyReports.Com Publish a New Market Research Report On –“ Carcinoid Tumor Industry – Treatment, Outlook, Analysis, Research, Review to 2023”. PUNE, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carcinoid Tumor Industry 2019 Description …

Cardiovascular Needle 2019 Global Market Expected to Grow at CAGR 7.2% and Forecast to 2023

WiseGuyReports.Com Publish a New Market Research Report On –“ Cardiovascular Needle 2019 Global Market Expected to Grow at CAGR 7.2% and Forecast to 2023”. PUNE, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cardiovascular Needle Industry …

Asia-Pacific Orthodontics Market Worth $4.2 Billion by 2025- Exclusive Report by Meticulous Research®

London, Aug. 22, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a new market research report “Asia-Pacific Orthodontics Market by Product [(Removable, Fixed Braces (Brackets (Metal, Ceramics), Archwire (Beta Titanium, Stainless Steel), Anchorage Appliances, …

Fashion designer, TV personality, and author Diane Gilman joins LE&RN Honorary Board

QVC/HSN “Queen of Jeans” to begin serving as LE&RN Ambassador and advocate for those with lymphedema (LE) NEW YORK, NY, USA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) has announced …

Manuka Essential Oil Market 2019 Industry Growth, Share, Trends, Demand, Analysis and Forecast to 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies PUNE, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Manuka Essential Oil is obtained by …

1-Methylpiperazine Market trend,Application,Revenue,Industry Analysis,Demand,Consumption and Advantages Report 2019-2025

Wiseguyreports added new comprehensive Analysis Report “1-Methylpiperazine Market 2019-2025” to its huge database. PUNE , MAHARASHTRA , INDIA , August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This report exclusively compiles all the fundamental dynamics …

IT Spending in Healthcare 2019 Global Market Growth, Opportunities and Analysis, Forecast To 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies PUNE, INDIA, August 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 2018, the global IT Spending in …