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1.9.2019
Tune in: Research and health-related webcasts of interest to the autism community
A regularly updated listing of presentations on new research and autism healthcare - including live and archived podcasts and videos
Science News
10.22.2018
Autism-related guidelines for healthcare providers
This article links to open-access journal articles that provide the latest guidance for healthcare professionals on the physical, mental health and
Science News
7.6.2018
Autism and Health: A Special Report by Autism Speaks
In 2017, Autism Speaks issued the first in a series of annual, in-depth reports on special topics in autism Autism and Health: Advances in
Science News
12.13.2017
Autism Speaks releases new strategic plan for science
Three-year plan focuses funding on research that can best improve lives today and accelerate the delivery of personalized therapies and other services
News
10.11.2019
Join Us for a Brighter Life on the Spectrum
Introducing a new brand campaign, For a Brighter Life on the Spectrum, inspired by the vast and diverse autism community. At Autism Speaks, we’re
Press Release
10.9.2019
Autism Speaks elects Oxford Properties VP Adam Frazier to national board
“Adam has distinguished himself in the business world, while maintaining a deep commitment to his family and community,” said Autism Speaks Board
Science News
10.2.2019
Parents and researchers address how complex care systems affect services and success for teens and adults with autism
The second panel discussion at the Autism Speaks Thought Leadership Summit on Transition to Adulthood focused on how the education, support services
Science News
10.2.2019
Self-advocates and researchers open summit on addressing transition to adulthood for people with autism
Autism Speaks kicked off a two-day Thought Leadership Summit on Transition to Adulthood with presentations from a panel of self-advocates and two
Science News
10.1.2019
Autism Speaks, WHO, international partners advocate for inclusive health care at UN panel discussion
NEW YORK -- On the heels of the United Nations’ passage of a Universal Health Coverage commitment last week, WHO and UNICEF officials,
Science News
9.30.2019
Do you have a child with autism and a new baby?
The Infant Brain Imaging Study (IBIS) is looking for participants! In the last decade, IBIS researchers have identified brain changes as early
Science News
9.27.2019
Universal screening study finds common autism screening tool needs improvement
NEW YORK -- In a test of universal screening of children using a standard autism screening tool in a pediatric care network, researchers found
News
9.26.2019
Autism Speaks to host policy discussions at Transition to Adulthood summit
NEW YORK -- Joined by an invited group of researchers, policy experts, family members, and self-advocates, Autism Speaks will host a Thought
Press Release
9.19.2019
Autism Speaks applauds the passage of the Autism CARES Act of 2019
Autism Speaks applauds the final passage of the Autism CARES Act of 2019 (H.R.1058). The bill now goes to the President’s desk for his signature.
Science News
9.9.2019
Autism Speaks awards more than $4.7 million for autism research
NEW YORK - Autism Speaks, the global nonprofit dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of
Science News
9.6.2019
Is autism being overdiagnosed?
NEW YORK – Despite claims by a recent research study that autism is being overdiagnosed, experts at Autism Speaks said that conclusion overstates
Science News
9.6.2019