Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Autism

Why do false claims that vaccines cause autism refuse to die? Here are nine reasons

The idea that autism is caused by vaccines has recently been revived by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the presumptive nominee for US Secretary of Health and Human Services, as well as by president-elect Donald Trump. When asked about vaccines at a recent press conference, Trump reportedly said there was “something…

The Conversation

Autism strategy 'long-awaited, crucial step': families

The families of autistic people say they are optimistic a national plan will give their community a future in a more inclusive and understanding Australia.

AAP

Australia has a new autism strategy but questions remain for those who don’t get NDIS support

Today the federal government released Australia’s first National Autism Strategy, with A$42 million of funding for the first stage of the strategy.

The Conversation

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Australia Just Got Its First National Autism Strategy, Here’s What It Means

The government has unveiled Australia’s first-ever National Autism Strategy aimed at breaking down barriers and improving the lives of nearly 300,000 people across the country living with autism. Launched on Tuesday, the new strategy and its associated Action Plan will mark a coordinated national approach to bolstering inclusion and the…

Pedestrian.tv

Daniel Duggan’s family to challenge extradition to US in federal court – as it happened

This blog is now closed

The Guardian - AU

Change for families' lengthy autism diagnosis wait

Australian families affected by autism are hoping the first national strategy and plan for the condition will change often years-long diagnosis timelines.

AAP

Worries autism plan may overlook children who need help

Australia has launched its first national autism strategy and action plan but some say it doesn't go far enough to improve inclusion and engagement.

AAP

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Difficult childhood and autism no excuse for ‘frenzied’ murder, jury told

Hassan Sentamu, 18, is accused of fatally stabbing Elianne Andam, 15, in Croydon, south London, on September 27 2023.

Evening Standard

Patience review – this clunky depiction of autism just isn’t good enough

A preposterous plot and terrible dialogue make for a deeply uninspired detective drama. Its nuance-free take on neurodivergence is embarrassingly clunky

The Guardian - UK

Can apps and digital resources support your child with autism or ADHD? Here’s what to look for

Neurodevelopmental conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism affect about one in ten children. These conditions impact development, behaviour and wellbeing.

The Conversation

Study says COVID pregnancies might have increased autism risk

Among the several health consequences COVID has or might have, a major concern is around the growing risk of autism among those kids who were born to moms who had COVID during pregnancy.

The Times of India

Senate Republicans are not asking RFK Jr about his stance on vaccines

Kennedy has met with multiple Republicans throughout the week about his confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services

The Independent UK

AP Exclusive: Pro tennis player Jenson Brooksby talks about living with autism

American professional tennis player Jenson Brooksby tells The Associated Press he was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder when he was nonverbal at about 2 1/2 years old

The Independent UK

Kennedy faces questions about food, vaccines in GOP meetings - Roll Call

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Donald Trump's pick to lead Health and Human Services, meets with GOP senators to win support for his nomination.

Roll Call

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Guardian - UK

Standing Up review – autism gets sappy treatment in didactic family road movie

Familiar worries about how to raise a neurodiverse child are played out with empathy but little subtlety

Salon

MTG thinks vaccines cause Autism

Greene declared her latest conspiracy theory in a post to X, where it was hit with a corrective community note

The Independent UK

Marjorie Taylor Greene roasted online for unequivocally saying ‘vaccines cause autism’

As one observer noted, Greene’s belief about the supposed dangers of vaccines ‘is not too far from the stated views of the president-elect and his incoming HHS secretary’ RFK Jr

The Independent UK

What's behind rising autism rates: A broader definition of autism and better screening

President-elect Donald Trump seemed to entertain the discredited theory that vaccines cause autism as he answered questions from journalists Monday at his Mar-a-Lago club

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Trump claims ‘there’s something wrong’ with autism rates when asked about vaccines: ‘We’re going to find out about it’

Trump also says he is not a fan of mandates as Robert F Kennedy heads to Capitol Hill

The Times of India

What is high-functioning autism, and how can teachers support these students?

In the modern educational landscape, a classroom is a rich tapestry of diverse skills, talents, and needs. Among this diversity are students with high-functioning autism (HFA), who usually face autism stereotypes. These children often have ordinary or above-average intellect and excel at reading, writing, and specialised academic subjects. However, their…

Salon

Trump may discourage child vaccination

Trump has falsely suggested that vaccines lead to autism and has said that he will seek counsel from RFK Jr.

The Independent UK

From ‘Aspie supremacy’ to vaccines: The toxic autism politics of Trump’s second administration

ANALYSIS: From Elon Musk to RFK, the right has developed an obsession with pushing two seemingly contradictory — but equally damaging — theories on autism, writes Eric Garcia. And this obsession is bleeding into everything from Trump cabinet picks to policy

Latin Times

Trump Floats Getting Rid of 'Some' Vaccinations: 'If I Think It's Dangerous'

President-elect Donald Trump floated the idea of getting rid of "some" vaccinations if he believes they are "dangerous."

Evening Standard

'We don’t stock that sort of book’: Woman who self-published story for autistic son inspires TV show

EXCLUSIVE The Jodie Whittaker animated series returns for a Christmas special along with a charity single performed by singer Paloma Faith

The Independent UK

Voices: Boris Johnson says he is ‘spectrum-y’ sometimes. As an autistic man, I’m disgusted

Johnson is just the latest male member of the elite to try to use autism as an excuse for his actions

1 … 32 33 34 35

People

Marjorie Taylor Greene

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Health and Human Services

303 stories

the Department of Health and Human Services

153 stories

ITIA

132 stories

the National Health and Medical Research Council

120 stories

Social Services

63 stories

the NSW Department of Education

15 stories

Sky Kids

14 stories

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.