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April 17, 2025

Rising autism rates now affect 3% of children, says CDC report

A new CDC report stated that autism rates are rising in the U.S., as more than 3% of America's kids are being diagnosed. A spokesperson from Autism Speaks reacts to the latest data.

April 13, 2025

Trump gets clean bill of health after annual physical

Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel discusses the results of President Donald Trump’s medical exam and more on ‘Fox News Live.’

April 9, 2025

Kids with autism supported by service dogs, as research and families note 'incredible changes'

Service dogs have proven effective in benefiting children with autism and their families, according to research from the University of Arizona. A mother also shares her own family's story.

April 8, 2025

Mom says service dog has made 'huge difference' for son with autism

Amanda Harpell-Franz, mother of a 7-year-old boy with autism, shares how the boy's service dog, Kalvin, has helped him socially and emotionally.

April 2, 2025

Ford gifts custom Bronco for teen with autism

Evie Lockwood joins 'Fox & Friends' along with her parents on World Autism Awareness Day to share their story of connecting with Ford and visiting the factory where the custom Bluey-themed Bronco was built as a gift for Evie's 16th birthday.

March 7, 2025

CDC to launch study into vaccines and autism, possible links: report

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is planning a large study into possible connections between vaccines and autism. Dr. Nicole Saphier, a Fox News medical contributor, weighs in.

February 22, 2025

Children with autism may see speech improvements with off-label prescription drug

An off-label prescription drug has been shown to help children with autism gain the ability to speak. Leucovorin is used for cancer patients, but doctors are pushing for its approval for autism.

February 21, 2025

Is MMR vaccine safe for kids? Dr. Nicole Saphier addresses concerns as measles cases rise

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier addresses frequently asked questions regarding the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine, covering side effects, autism and more.

February 16, 2025

Boy killed in hyperbaric oxygen chamber remembered as 'curious, energetic, smart,' as family intends to sue

The family of a boy tragically killed in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber have remembered him as a "curious, energetic, smart, outgoing and thoughtful little boy."

January 28, 2025

Bill Gates likely had autism as a child, he reveals: ‘Wasn’t widely understood’

Bill Gates said he believes he would have been diagnosed with autism if he were growing up today. The tech billionaire made the revelation in his upcoming memoir. Here's what experts had to say.