Feds announce $3mn in support for autism programs
The federal Liberals took jabs at the Ford government as it announced its support for new projects to support people with autism. The Liberals did …
Ford govt. reverses planned change of autism program
Facing a backlash and also fears that such decisions could affect the fortunes of the Federal conservatives, the Ford government announced it would now provide …
High levels of oestrogen in the womb linked to autism
London, July 29 (IANS) Researchers have identified a link between exposure to high levels of oestrogen sex hormones in the womb and the likelihood of …
AI detects new class of genetic mutations behind autism
New York, May 28 (IANS) Using Artificial Intelligence (AI), researchers have discovered new genetic flaws that contribute to autism in people. Most previous research on …
Ontario Autism Program round table to be held across province
For anyone wanting to have their say about the changes coming to the autism program, attending an autism consultation round table discussion for stakeholders local …
Scientists discover new prospect of treating autism
Beijing, April 1 (IANS) Chinese scientists have discovered that absence of a certain protein in flies causes intestinal flora imbalance and makes them show symptoms …
Redesigned autism program to cost province $300mn more than current budget
Following major protests against Ontario’s redesigned autism program, it will now cost at least $600 million a year, up from the $321-million program which was …
School boards to get around $12,300 for every new student with autism
Education Minister Lisa Thompson announced additional funding for students with autism, along with more resources for school boards and teachers. As more students and youth …
Liberal MPP calls for Lisa MacLeod to step down over autism waitlist freeze
Liberal MPP Michael Coteau is stepping up the pressure on Social Services Minister Lisa MacLeod to resign after leaked emails appear to show her ministry …
Prenatal vitamin intake may reduce autism recurrence: Study
New York, March 1 (IANS) Maternal intake of prenatal vitamins, including folic acid, during pregnancy can significantly lower the risk of autism spectrum disorder, and …
Immersive VR therapy may help kids overcome autism phobias
London, Feb 15 (IANS) Exposing children and adults with autism to immersive virtual reality (VR) can help alleviate their fears and phobias, say researchers. A …
Ontario overhauls its autism program
TORONTO The Ontario government is radically changing the way it funds its autism program. Going forward funding for treatment will go directly to families instead …
Over 200 genes linked to autism identified
Toronto, Nov 3 (IANS) Researchers have unravelled a network of more than 200 genes linked to autism, an advance that will help develop new therapies …
Kids with autism 50% more likely to be obese: Study
New York, Oct 18 (IANS) Children with developmental delays, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), are up to 50 per cent more likely to be overweight …
Haryana’s first autism research centre opens in Gurugram
Gurugram, Oct 12 (IANS) First of its kind in Haryana, National Autism Intervention Research Centre was launched here on Friday at Fortis Memorial Research Institute …
New blood test in pregnancy to predict autism risk in babies
New York, Sep 22 (IANS) Researchers have developed a novel blood test for pregnant mothers that can, with nearly 90 per cent accuracy rate, predict …
Mothers’ pesticide levels linked to autism risk in kids
Washington, Aug 19 (IANS) Elevated pesticide levels in pregnant women are associated with an increased risk of autism among their children, says a study. Autism …
Prenatal Tdap vaccination does not increase autism risk: Study
New York, Aug 13 (IANS) Administering Tdap vaccination — tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis — to pregnant women may not increase children’s risk of developing autism …
Fertility treatments may up autism risk in children
Jerusalem, Aug 6 (IANS) Be cautious while planning fertility treatment as it may increase the risk of autism in your child, a new study has …
Women’s PCOS may up risk of autism in newborns
London, Aug 2 (IANS) Children born to women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be more likely to develop autism, according to a study. PCOS …
Can changing expectant mothers’ diet help prevent autism?
New York, July 19 (IANS) The mother’s microbiome — the collection of microscopic organisms that live inside us — can determine the risk of autism …
Gene editing can curb autism symptoms: Study
New York, June 27 (IANS) Scientists have found that editing a gene in the brain can help decrease the repetitive behaviours — a symptom of …
Diabetes in expectant women may up autism risk in children
London, June 23 (IANS) Children born to mothers with diabetes, that is known to complicate pregnancy, are likely to have an increased risk of developing …
Can grandparents’ exposure to plastic chemical cause autism in kids?
New York, June 19 (IANS) Your exposure to a plastic chemical can affect the communications skills of your grandchildren, says a study over mice that …
NSSO’s 76th sample survey to include acid attack victims, autism
Kolkata, June 12 (IANS) The National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO), set up in 1950 for collection of various kinds of socio-economic data, will begin its …
iPhone app effective for screening toddlers with autism: Study
New York, June 2 (IANS) An iPhone app has shown to be effective and easy to use for screening young children with signs of autism, …
How early-life seizures are linked with autism
New York, May 31 (IANS) Early-life seizures may prematurely switch on key synapses in the brain that may further cause neurodevelopmental delay among children with …
Prenatal fish consumption not linked to autism risk in babies
London, May 22 (IANS) Instead of increasing risk of autism, eating fish twice a week during pregnancy may actually give newborns several nutritional benefits, suggests …
Prolonged paracetamol use in pregnancy may up autism, ADHD risk
New York, April 24 (IANS) Long-term use of paracetamol during pregnancy is associated with the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) …
UN calls for empowering women, girls with autism
United Nations, April 3 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said efforts must be made to empower women and girls with autism. In his message …
Maternal Vitamin D deficiency may up autism risk in kids
Sydney, March 21 (IANS) Kids born to women diagnosed with Vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy are more likely to develop autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in …
Gene responsible for autism identified
Toronto, March 6 (IANS) Scientists, including one of Indian-origin, have identified a gene that is responsible for neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism, an advance that may …
Novel blood, urine tests may predict autism in kids
London, Feb 19 (IANS) In a first of its kind, scientists have developed novel tests that can indicate autism in children, a finding that could …
Autism, schizophrenia share gene activity in brain
New York, Feb 9 (IANS) Researchers have found that certain psychiatric disorders like autism, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder share some physical characteristics at the molecular …
New two-minute questionnaire may detect autism in toddlers
New York, Feb 6 (IANS) Researchers have developed a two-minute questionnaire for parents that could help pediatricians and other primary care providers detect autism in …
New drug target discovered to treat severe autism
Washington, D.C., Jan. 5 (ANI): A novel drug target has been discovered by the Penn State scientists to rescue functional deficits in human nerve cells …