March 2016

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Autism Takes Center Stage As RFK Jr. Nomination For HHS Secretary Advances
Despite concerns about his history promoting a debunked link between autism and vaccines, a key U.S. Senate panel advanced Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to become the nation's health secretary. The post Autism Takes Center Stage As RFK Jr. Nomination For HHS Secretary Advances appeared first on Disability Scoop.
Proms Expected To Draw Those With IDD From Around The Globe
Thousands of teens and adults with disabilities will be welcomed at proms worldwide all on a single night ahead of Valentine's Day. The post Proms Expected To Draw Those With IDD From Around The Globe appeared first on Disability Scoop.
Watchdog Says Residents Waiting Months To Leave Institution
As residents with developmental disabilities leave an institution following reports of mistreatment, a watchdog finds that many are waiting too long or that they're being sent to other large facilities. The post Watchdog Says Residents Waiting Months To Leave Institution appeared first on Disability Scoop.
Device May Be Headed To Market That Could Help Diagnose Autism Earlier
Research shows that atypical reactions to light in a child's pupils are an indicator of autism. Now a manufacturer is aiming to bring a device that detects this to clinics across the country. The post Device May Be Headed To Market That Could Help Diagnose Autism Earlier appeared first on Disability Scoop.
Advocates Decry Trump For Blaming Plane Crash On People With Disabilities
Over a dozen disability advocacy groups are blasting President Donald Trump for baselessly implicating federal workers with disabilities in the deadly American Airlines plane crash near Washington, D.C. The post Advocates Decry Trump For Blaming Plane Crash On People With Disabilities appeared first on Disability Scoop.