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NewsletterJune 8, 2011

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New Clues on Genetic Causes of Autism Genetic mutations not inherited from parents appear to explain some cases of autism, new research suggests. And the mutations may number in the hundreds. While the new research is a step forward, it is a small puzzle ... read more

Are chemicals contributing to autism rise? Could household chemicals be causing an increase in autism? The evidence isn't cut and dried, but a coalition of environmental and health advocates said yesterday that it's suggestive enough for people to worry ... read more

26 out of 1000 People Are Autistic: Chemicals? Better Diagnosis? In view of the marked increase in autism of the past decades, from 1 in 10000 to (according to a study of children in South Korea published last month) 1 in 38 among 7 to 12 years old, surely there be something -- something in the environment ...read more

Teen with autism is making a splash at Special Olympics In an article published online earlier this year, actress McCarthy struck right at the heart of one issue with the title of her post: “In the vaccine-autism debate, what can parents believe?†None of my acquaintances has a child with ...read more

People with learning disabilities and autism must be protected The family is facing deportation later this month because Citizenship and Immigration Canada has decided their 14-year-old autistic son will place an “excessive demand†on the country's health and social services ... read more

Education reversal over funding for autistic boy Neither Senator Barbara Boxer nor Senator Dianne Feinstein has signed on to the Combating Autism Reauthorization Act (CARA) of 2011. Act (CAA) of 2006. Key components in the original landmark legislation will expire on September 30, threatening federal ...read more

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