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Fact check: RFK Jr. misleads on autism prevalence, causes
In announcing new autism prevalence data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health and Human Services ...
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US plans massive health database to study autism – will it work?
The US government’s proposal for a vast health database to study autism could improve our understanding of the condition – ...
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‘They’re very employable,’ Local nonprofit responds to RFKJ comments on autism
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made comments about autism rates in America, stating that people with autism will never hold a job, which is not supported by evidence, as people with autism are employable ...
Kennedy promises exhaustive studies to identify any environmental factors that may cause autism
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warns children in the U.S. are being diagnosed with autism at an “alarming rate.” ...
In first news conference as HHS secretary, Kennedy says autism is an epidemic in the US
In his first news conference as secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said ...
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Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. Each person with Autism is unique.
Maryland unveils 5-year autism plan focusing on safety, education, and inclusive policies
Maryland leaders shared a five-year autism plan for the state during Autism Acceptance Month that focuses on education, ...
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Education Secretary Linda McMahon Celebrates Autism Awareness Month at Phoenix Charter School, Appoints New Deputy Assistant Secretary
Education Secretary McMahon visited Arizona Autism Charter Schools, praised the program, and discussed education plans.
Mark Lane: Kennedy autism speech doesn't describe the grandson I know
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s ill-chosen words on autism have provoked something like rage ...