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Dr. Manny discusses the new mammogram recommendations and other heath headlines on "Imus in the Morning"
Deirdre Imus talks to Dr. Manny about what parents should know before they vaccinate their children
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A 10 Year Milestone for Autism
| FOXNews.com| Health
… be present after birth. Autism is an issue that really hits ..... questions about what causes autism and other developmental ..... educators who are affected by autistic spectrum disorders . Autism Asperger ’ s Digest was started to provide …
Story|11/18/2009
Gene Mutation Key in Evolution of Speech
AP| SciTech
… this gene and others could potentially lead to genetic treatments for people with certain developmental difficulties, such as autism , because it gives future researchers targets, Geschwind said. Other outside experts warned of making too much of this finding …
Story|11/11/2009
The H1N1 Vaccine and Pregnant Women « On The Scene « FOXNews.com
| On The Scene
… heard about Thimerosol. It’s a component of some vaccines that contains mercury, blamed by vaccine opponents for causing Autism in children. That’s a claim health professionals say has not been proven through research. In any case, mercury-free seasonal …
Blogs|10/28/2009
Study: Psychiatric Drugs Linked to 'Alarming' Weight Gain in Children
AP| Health
… effect of the anti-psychotic drugs which are prescribed for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, but also increasingly for autism , attention deficit disorders and other behavior problems. The new study in mostly older children and teens suggests they may …
Story|10/27/2009
Homework and Beyond: Teaching Organizational Skills to Individuals with ASD
Health
… Visit www.socialthinking.com for additional articles, books and information. Autism Asperger ’ s Digest © 2009. All Rights Reserved. Autism Asperger ’ s Digest is a multiple-award winning magazine providing real life information for meeting …
Story|10/22/2009
Identical Twin Study Highlights Role of Genetics in Autism
Health
… genes in autism development. Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) include ..... severe cases of "classic" autism to Asperger ' s syndrome — where a person has ..... body language and vocal tone. " Autism research has been guided by one …
Story|10/22/2009
Study: Mercury Levels Similar in Autistic, 'Normal' Kids
Health
… Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Children with autism have mercury levels similar to those of ..... initially found that children aged 2 to 5 with autism had mercury levels lower than other children ..... developing typically. The children with autism had mercury levels in line with national …
Story|10/20/2009
Who’s got the best ‘Shape’ bikini body? « Entertainment
Other Stories
… beauty" killer body?'- Jenny has gone from 'bad girl" to big time Autism advocate (she came in a close second because of her dedication to her son & getting info on Autism out to people with their own special kids)..Faith and Angie just …
Blogs|10/15/2009
Florida to Seek Death for 4 in Murder of Couple
AP| U.S.
… seek the death penalty for four of eight people charged in the killings of a Panhandle couple known for adopting children with autism , Down syndrome and other special needs. In a brief statement, State Attorney Bill Eddins said he had filed notices to seek …
Story|10/13/2009
AP Poll: Third of Parents Don't Want Kids to Get H1N1 Vaccine
AP| Health
… something in vaccines themselves can lead to autism remain entrenched in some quarters ..... most rigorous scientific studies. Some autism advocacy groups echo parents' concerns ..... isn't somebody freaking out about the autism epidemic?" said Wendy Fournier, president …
Story|10/07/2009
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