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 91±¬ÁÏ 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 Common mental disorder could shorten your life, study finds People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were found to live shorter lives than those who were not diagnosed, according to a new study. Here's what to know.
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.
January 7, 2025 California parents plead with Gov Newsom to keep daughter's 'maniac' killer behind bars The parents of a 13-year-old girl who was run over by a suicidal driver in Malibu in 2010 are appealing to California Gov. Gavin Newsom to stop the felon from being released on parole.
January 7, 2025 7 signs you might have ADHD and what steps to take With 15.5 million U.S. adults currently diagnosed with ADHD, there is a growing focus on warning signs of the disorder. Mental health experts share the most common signs and symptoms.
November 16, 2024 Nursing students use virtual reality to enhance their skills: 'Brings fun to learning' Nursing students at Goldfarb School of Nursing use virtual reality to practice clinical skills in a simulated environment, preparing for real-world health care challenges amid a growing shortage.
November 13, 2024 Autism risk could rise with air pollution, new study suggests Autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders could be triggered by air pollution, a new study suggests. Researchers and other experts speak about the potential risk.
November 8, 2024 Gentle giant crowned American Humane’s 2024 Hero Dog for finding missing children and more American Humane announced the winning pet of its 2024 Hero Dog Award. The crowned dog and four finalists will be honored at a gala in Florida this winter.