Books on Health: Tantalized by the Hint of a Cure for Autism
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If lightning strikes once, then why not again? This irrational logic will tempt the victims of any senseless tragedy to believe in miracles, or so Portia Iversen assures us by way of explaining her long, determined slog toward a miracle of her own. Whether she actually found one or not, readers will have to decide for themselves.
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Autism may be caused by an immune system reaction that causes swelling of the brain, say researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
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Science & environment: Tens of thousands of children could be diagnosed earlier and more cheaply after pioneering research.
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NEW YORK -- Pioneers in psychotherapy and cell biology and three scientists who discovered a crucial enzyme linked to cancer and aging are being awarded prestigious medical prizes.
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A new book argues that parents who push their children to be brilliant may cause more harm than good
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Autism spectrum disorders can be picked up and treated very early in life, if you know what symptoms to look for
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Scientists may have made a breakthrough in finding a test and cure for pregnancy disorder pre-eclampsia.
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THURSDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDayNews) -- A breakthrough in finding better treatments against a rare childhood leukemia has gotten a big boost from research in a completely different field -- Alzheimer's disease.
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A massive new study of the genetics of autism could lead to diagnostic tests and, eventually, to the identification of new drug targets.
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A cure for cancer and a cure for gray hair may not be equally urgent benefits for mankind, but scientists are reporting a discovery that could lead to both.
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A rare genetic variation dramatically raises the risk of developing autism, a large study showed, opening new research targets for better understanding the disorder and for treating it
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There's encouraging news about an enzyme replacement drug.
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Research points to a rare change in genetic structure as the possible cause of autism, raising hopes that better therapies can be found.
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Scientists discover a new protein they believe could help develop much more effective medicines.
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Scientists have produced compelling evidence that autism may in some cases be linked to inflammation of the brain.
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Scientists have produced compelling evidence that autism may in some cases be linked to inflammation of the brain. They found certain immune system components that promote inflammation are consistently activated in people with autism.
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MONDAY, Oct. 29 (HealthDay News) -- In an effort to make it easier for pediatricians to spot and begin early treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders, the American Academy of Pediatrics has released two new reports with recommendations for identifying and managing these conditions.