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A genetic association could lead to a better understanding of what causes autism and how to treat it. more >>

One of the most vitriolic debates in medical history is just beginning to have its day in court. more >>

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Both disorders feature genetic mutations in the brain that vary from person to person. more >>

Elaine Hall, whose autistic son appears in Autism: The Musical, shares her perspective on parenting. more >>

A Page 1 story in the Washington Post notes the sharp increase in recent decades of immune system diseases and allergies, including food allergies, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. The reasons behind this rise, according to the article, are still being determined, but researchers are beginning to blame our "modern lifestyle." That is, our desire to live and raise children in sterile environments provides us little to no exposure to the bacteria and microbes our immune systems need to fight in order to later attack more serious diseases. Other causes include a more sedentary lifestyle, less time spent outdoors, and air pollution. more >>

New studies reveal a genetic cause and find no connection to shots containing thimerosal. more >>

New evidence exonerates vaccines, while super-early intervention sparks interest. more >>

The coauthor of new guidelines on diagnosing and treating autism discusses how the thinking has changed more >>