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Science News
2.18.2021
Autism Speaks names top 10 studies of 2020
Autism Speaks announced its annual selection of studies that most powerfully advance its mission of enhancing lives today and accelerating a spectrum
Science News
2.18.2021
Autism genetics study, aiming to increase Black representation, pivots during COVID
Minority communities overall are not well-represented in current autism genetics research populations. (Autism Speaks supported the initial Autism
News
2.11.2021
Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward brings NCAA basketball coaches, broadcasters and fans together to increase understanding and acceptance for people with autism
NCAA Basketball coaches, teams and fans across the country will display their support for the autism community by wearing Autism Speaks puzzle-piece
News
2.1.2021
An update on Autism Speaks diversity, equity, access and inclusion (DEAI) efforts
As an organization, Autism Speaks is working to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential, including
Science News
1.29.2021
Autism Speaks, CDC and partners answer COVID vaccine questions for the autism community
Autism Speaks hosted the CDC’s Georgina Peacock, M.D., and the presidents of the Autism Society of America and Autism Science Foundation on Wednesday
Science News
1.29.2021
WHO names Caregiver Skills Training program in tool kit for Universal Health Coverage
The World Health Organization (WHO) has included the Caregiver Skills Training program as part of its Universal Health Coverage (UHC) compendium
Science News
1.29.2021
Study finds higher COVID death rate for Californians with disabilities and in skilled nursing facilities
In a December study about the impact of COVID-19 in California for people with disabilities, researchers found that risk of COVID infection was linked
Science News
1.27.2021
Autism Speaks, CDC and partners host COVID vaccine webinar for the autism community
Autism Speaks will host the CDC’s Georgina Peacock, M.D., and the presidents of the Autism Society of America and Autism Science Foundation for a
Science News
12.30.2020
Study links reading comprehension challenges in autistic children to specific early and pre-reading skill gaps
Many children with autism struggle with reading comprehension abilities throughout their school years. To understand more specifically why children
Science News
12.23.2020
How better understanding can support better outcomes in police interactions with autistics
People with autism who have communication differences or behavior challenges often use supports or learn skills that allow them to go to school, get
Science News
12.15.2020
Promising treatment programs highlighted at Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors
As experts and the autism community gathered virtually for the second day of the Autism Speaks Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors
Science News
12.15.2020
Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors opens with closer look at solutions to severe behavior
Around age 14, her son’s behavior began to change, said Amy Hess. “To see him go from a calm, easygoing child to a
Advocacy News
12.10.2020
Autism Speaks joins disability groups calling for priority access to COVID vaccine for people with autism
Autism and vaccines. Autism Speaks joins several disability groups in advocating for the autism community to be among the first to receive access to
Advocacy News
12.4.2020
Autism Speaks applauds Department of Veterans Affairs for including vital autism care in insurance coverage for families of disabled veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs has informed beneficiaries of the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Science News
12.2.2020
Autism Speaks to host Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors
Autism Speaks will convene an invited group of researchers, clinicians, autistic adults and other autism community members virtually on Dec. 3 and 4,
Science News
12.2.2020