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Coronavirus infection during pregnancy linked to brain development problems in babies

Babies whose mothers were infected with the coronavirus during pregnancy may face a higher risk of brain development disorders such as autism and bipolar disorder, a new study that examined more than 7,500 births suggests.

Los Angeles Times

Mother and son with autism stuck in Caribbean for three weeks after episode on plane prompts airline refusal to fly them home

‘I gave him gentle nudge and we made it to our seats, then he lost control’

The Independent UK

Kids on the autism spectrum experience more bullying. Schools can do something about it

Children diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism, experience various types of challenges at school. This might be due to communication, and also relationships with other children.

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Autism assistance dog Winter retires after a decade opening a world of opportunity for James

James was four years old when he got autism assistance dog and best mate Winter, a black Labrador whose job is to keep James calm and safe from "bolting".

ABC News

Autism service's success in helping children like Thomas transition to mainstream school

For years, nine-year-old Thomas struggled to regulate his emotions and connect with his peers. But this autism transition program has changed his life.

ABC News

Irish third-level institutions to get €3m to make campuses more inclusive

Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris revealed it as one of two initiatives to support students with autism and those with an intellectual disability

Irish Mirror

Sandymount group plans therapy centre for children with unique needs

The therapy centre will give children opportunities to develop their speech and motor skills under the guidance of professionals

Irish Mirror

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Neighbours save four-year-old boy with autism from drowning in heart-stopping video

‘I never thought he’d be able to get into the pool’, says mother

The Independent UK

£8.5m lab opens to study toddlers’ brain disorders

It is hoped the lab will come up with earlier interventions for conditions such as autism and ADHD

Evening Standard

World's Strongest Man Tom Stoltman - his personal records and what he's said about his autism diagnosis

The Scottish strongman revealed what he calls his secret 'superpower' earlier this year

Daily Record

Fans call out Paddy McGuinness who 'didn't publicly support' wife Christine on The Games

Comedian Paddy McGuinness didn't appear on the video messages or leave any social media comments of support for his wife Christine who appeared on The Games but behind the scenes has given her much encouragement

Daily Mirror

Fans slam Katie Price for 'photoshopping' picture of son Harvey on his 20th birthday

On Friday, May 27, Harvey - who was born with septo-optic dysplasia, Prader-Willi syndrome, autism and a learning disability - turned 20.

Daily Record

Sainsbury's faces court case after banning man's Autism assistance cat from store

Mr Fenn said his cat stops him from feeling 'overwhelmed' and 'anxious' while shopping

Liverpool Echo

Man with autism taking Sainsbury’s to court after refusing entry to his assistance cat

Ian Fenn says cat Chloe helps to keep him calm in busy and noisy environments

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Man sues Sainsbury’s for banning his assistance cat Chloe

Feline’s handler, Ian Fenn, who is autistic, brings discrimination case after London supermarket incident

Liverpool Echo

Mum 'overwhelmed' by response to son's death

Oliver was training to play football in the Paralympics when he died

Daily Record

Gran's fury at ‘disgusting’ lack of care for autistic granddaughter

Geraldine Leech revealed that some of her friends have commented on Gemma’s ‘dirty’ appearance after seeing her on a day out with 'Autism Together'.

Liverpool Echo

Nan’s fury at ‘disgusting’ care for autistic granddaughter

Geraldine Leech said friends have commented on Gemma's 'dirty' appearance

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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Eagles’ Josh Sweat talks about the life-threatening situation that sidelined him in January

On Tuesday afternoon, Eagles defensive end Josh Sweat shared additional details about the bizarre injury that kept him out of the team’s playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in January.

Daily Mirror

Mum 'in tears' over McDonald's worker's 'outstanding' kindness to autistic daughter, 4

Mum Candice Hudspith had just entered the Mcdonald's near Gateshead when four-year-old Harper started screaming and crying but thankfully a kind member of staff stepped in to help

Daily Record

Mum 'in tears' over McDonald's employee's kindness towards autistic tot

The kind-hearted worker told the Candice Hudspith 'you're doing an amazing job' and stepped in to help out when the young girl became 'triggered'.

Wales Online

Mum 'bursts into tears' in McDonald's after worker's incredible kindness to her daughter

Candice, whose four-year-old daughter Harper has autism, said it meant the world to her

Tribune News Service

Ask the Pediatrician: Do children really need all these vaccines?

Q: I read a lot online about vaccines. Do kids really need so many shots?

Chronicle Live

Birtley mum 'in tears' over McDonald's worker's 'outstanding' kindness to autistic daughter

The thoughtful McDonald's worker told the mum 'you're doing an amazing job' and stepped in to help out

ABC News

Comedian Kathy Lette talks writing, ageing and why she's putting the 'sex' into sexagenarian

When Kathy Lette co-wrote Puberty Blues in the late 1970s, she never imagined she'd become the go-to guide on teenage life. Three decades on, she's ready to put the ‘sex’ into sexagenarian, reflecting on post-menopause life and her mission to age disgracefully.

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