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Mattel launches autistic barbie in push for more diversity and inclusionMattel is launching a new autistic Barbie. This doll joins a diverse collection aimed at inclusivity. The design involved extensive collabo...
What is Tylenol, the drug Trump is planning to link to autism?The Trump government is preparing to issue guidance connecting acetaminophen, the major ingredient in Tylenol, to autism. Authorities may r...
RFK Jr.’s alarming claims on sperm counts and male fertility spark debate—experts urge cautionRobert F. Kennedy Jr. raised concerns about declining testosterone and sperm counts in young American men. He links this to food dyes, proc...
Experts reveal the hidden cost of digital screens on kids: Are children at risk?The rise in screen time among children, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, is contributing to a significant increase in myopia (nearsi...
RFK Jr. mocked and blasted as unfit after bizarre autism comment suggesting older people don’t have the conditionRobert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense criticism after questioning the apparent absence of older adults with severe autism, sparking outrage f...
Autism spectrum disorder: Causes, diagnosis, and treatmentsAutism spectrum disorder's increase in diagnoses is linked to improved screening and broader behavioural criteria. Risk factors include gen...
Shocking discovery: New study finds extra Y chromosome in humans and it's not a good news for some menA new study uncovers startling links between an extra Y chromosome and unexpected health implications for some men. Researchers call for de...
Companies look to rework benefits for multi-generational workforce: SurveyA survey by Marsh India Insurance Brokers revealed 70% of companies seek new-age benefits and 50% aim to cater to the multi-generational wo...
World Autism Awareness Day 2024: Theme, date, history, significance and other detailsWorld Autism Awareness Day provides an opportunity to dispel myths surrounding the disorder and educate people about how autism impacts ind...
18 million Indians have autism: Learn more about 3rd most common developmental disorder; know the basics of parenting children with ASD1 to 1.5 per cent of children aged two to nine years are diagnosed with ASD.
Autism affects boys and girls differently. Understanding both ends of the spectrum will help you know if your child has the ailmentA study estimated that there are about 4.2 boys with autism for every girl.
Mental disorder cases doubled in less than 3 decades, anxiety and depression most common conditionAn estimated one in seven Indians suffered from mental disorders of varying severity in 2017.
- ASD may increase depression risk
London, Sep 2 (IANS) People with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) -- especially without intellectual disability -- may have a greater risk o...
Turns out, being shy or a social butterfly depends on your genesYour social skills depend on two genes that make some people more friendly than others.
Why scientists are picking rats’ brainsBy studying the brain in a dish and rat brains together, scientists at NCBS hope to understand autism and, by extension, other disorders of...
Ten common vaccine-related myths bustedImmunization has been recognised as most effective tool to prevent spread of a host of communicable diseases & save millions of lives.
Shiv Nadar University researchers say new compound can help contain mercury poisoningThe process takes a few minutes to hours, depending upon the form in which the organic mercury pollutant is present, the university said in...
An app comes to rescue for autistic children's parentsThe app Autism Care, contains information on schools, hospitals and psychologists, as well as facts on autism symptoms and care-giving tips.
- Number of autism cases on the rise: Government
The no. of cases of Autism Spectrum Disorder reported in the central govt medical institutions have seen a rise over a period of time, the ...
Sonia Gandhi faults public policy for plight of differently-abledNAC Chairperson Sonia Gandhi said public policy has not kept pace with their needs and the differently-abled remained deprived of their rig...