Seventh graders get 30-day grace period for shots Aug 23, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. An estimated 1,100 incoming seventh graders who still need a newly-required immunization will be granted a 30-day one-time only grace period to meet the health requirement to attend school. (KRNV.com, NV)
Teen bicyclist struck by car on Pyramid and Holman Way Aug 23, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. A teenage bicyclist in Sparks was thrown into the air around 2:30 p.m.,Thu. (KRNV.com, NV)
Are Some Parents to Blame for Measles Outbreak? Aug 23, 2008
The father of 4 says everything changed after h 00004000 is now 9 year old son who has autism was vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella or MMR. It was like that was it ... " Testimonials like that have led some parents to shun vaccinations altogether. The Centers for Disease Control says measles cases have dramatically increased from 42 cases in all of last year to 131 in just the first seven months of this year because of parents who are rejecting the MMR vaccine for their kids. "It... (W-USA News, DC)
Measles at highest level since 1997 Aug 22, 2008
Questions commonly center on autism and the fear it can be caused by the mercury-based preservative that used to be in most vaccines. Since 2001, the preservative has been removed from shots recommended for young children. (Boston Globe)
SAN MARCOS: CSUSM president shares achievements, goals during annual address Aug 22, 2008
Psychology students won awards for their research on autism, behavioral sensitization to mood-altering prescription drugs, and the effects of oxycodone on rats, Haynes said. Students in the university's new master's and history programs produced Web-based projects, digitized databases and videos, she added. (North County Times)
Face Recognition: Nurture Not Nature Aug 22, 2008
(May 4, 2007) Toddlers with autism spectrum disorders often have difficulty focusing on people's faces and making eye contact, but a new study by Yale School of Medicine researchers found that these same toddlers. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Measles makes a comeback Aug 22, 2008
Worried doctors are troubled by the trend fueled by unfounded fears that vaccines may cause autism ... Questions commonly center on autism and the fear that it can be caused by the measles shots or by a mercury-based preservative that used to be in most vaccines. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Nevada regents request increased spending Aug 22, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The Nevada Board of Regents has approved a budget request that asks for increases to higher education funding, rather than the 14 percent cut the governor has sought. (KRNV.com, NV)
Measles cases may be linked to vaccine fears Aug 22, 2008
Doctors say fears that vaccines may cause autism are unfounded ... Worried doctors are troubled by the trend fueled by unfounded fears that vaccines may cause autism ... Brown said she wrote a 16-page, single-spaced document for parents that explains childhood vaccinations and why doctors do not believe they cause autism. (CNN -- Health)
Medical experts expose ADHD misdiagnoses Aug 21, 2008
The group of academics said this would mean children with significant disabilities, including cerebral palsy and autism, would miss out on funding and teaching time ... I remember doing a test on the dome website a few years ago - over 100 questions from memory - all my family had at least an 80 - 90% chance of having ADHD along with various degrees of autism. (NEWS.com.au)
Public schools cut back on facilitators Aug 21, 2008
re-search girl wrote on Aug 20, 2008 12:59 PM:" In reference to hook 46-As a Mom of a child with autism, and a person that holds degrees in Biomedical Science and Psychology, I find your post offensive. I think that you might want to do a little research before posting about things that you are less informed about. I think that if you do your research, you will find the largest part of children with special needs, especially autism, have physicians and engineers for parents. Are you wanting to... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Francisco Named ECAC Robbins Scholar-Athlete Aug 21, 2008
Off the field, she has volunteered with the Walk for Autism and the Games for the Physically Challenged. Francisco has been a Student Athlete Advisory Committee executive board member since 2004, and an Excel mentor, assisting incoming freshmen in adjusting to the first year college experience. (Aupanthers.com)
CARLSBAD: Private autism school fails to make fall opening plans Aug 21, 2008
"As far as I'm concerned the money is gone, but they need to be held accountable," said Julie Balke, a Vista resident with a 5-year-old son who was to attend the proposed National Center for Autism Research and Education ... While school leaders haven't given up on opening in Carlsbad, they are making plans for locations elsewhere, the notice stated, adding that they have decided to put their corporate headquarters in Las Vegas and will open an autism center in Salina, Kan ... He said he had... (North County Times)
SPED council lends parents a helping hand Aug 21, 2008
When Lisa Puccia was handed an incurable autism diagnosis for her young daughter in 2004, she wasn t sure where to turn. But she quickly found a home among other mothers like herself in the town s Special Education Parent Advisory Council. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Nevada high court hears 3 ballot petition appeals Aug 21, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. (AP) -- The state Supreme Court has been urged to overturn a lower court judge and let Nevadans vote in November on three ballot proposals backed by Las Vegas Sands Corp. owner Sheldon Adelson. (KRNV.com, NV)
Ex-Churchill High School Principal Riley dies Aug 21, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. (AP) -- The former principal of Churchill County High School has died after a short battle with cancer. (KRNV.com, NV)
Doctors mission is to serve those who lack insurance Aug 21, 2008
Second, it gets the child into the health care system and allows physicians to identify other problems such as speech impediments or autism or even abuse much earlier, Bidwell said. This is just one more way to make sure kids are being cared for and not falling through the cracks, Bidwell said. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Unwedded Bliss Aug 21, 2008
Of course you adore your son, but a diagnosis of autism is a blow, and raising an autistic child asks a great deal from parents. This lists some support groups. (Slate)
Supporting Disabled Students Provides Valuable Lesson for All Aug 20, 2008
Sheern has autism, attention deficit disorder and a sensory disorder. Yet the flexible schedule, smaller class sizes, tutoring services and personal support he found at Brown Mackie have not only enabled him to attend college, Sheern has even made the honor roll. (Pekin Times, IL)
New guidance given on autism care Aug 20, 2008
The public health minister has announced new guidelines on autism. New guidance on services for people with autism has been published by the Scottish Government ... Recommendations include awareness training for all staff and involving people with autism in the planning of services. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
Study backs safety of MMR vaccine Aug 20, 2008
The study found no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. A UK study of more than 5,000 children has ruled out any link between the MMR vaccine and autism, researchers say ... The Medical Research Council team could find no evidence of autism associated with the triple vaccine. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
California Democrats push bills to fight spread of autism Aug 20, 2008
"West Wing" series actor Gary Cole speaks Wednesday at the Capitol about his daughter's autism ... Undeterred by the state's budget woes, Democratic lawmakers Wednesday unveiled eight bills to address the dramatic rise in diagnosis of children with autism ... The legislation is the result of three years of public hearings throughout the state by the Legislature's Commission on Autism, consisting of health experts, educators and families affected by the nation's fastest-growing developmental... (Yahoo News -- Autism)
Your views: Letters to the editor Aug 20, 2008
As the mother of a 21-year-old child with autism, I had these fears for many years, before we were seeing the reality of what is going on in our world. As it is today, with violence and other horrible acts, our children and teachers are not safe. (Florida Today)
DA appeals ruling in Odgren murder trial Aug 20, 2008
Shapiro has said that Odgren suffers from Asperger's Syndrome, a mild form of autism that affects a person's verbal communication and social skills. Bennett wanted the tapes to show that Odgren did not speak like someone who has Asperger's Syndrome. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Can Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities Reveal Formula For Detection Of Autism? Aug 20, 2008
Can Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities Reveal Formula For Detection Of Autism ... Can Facial Structures, Brain Abnormalities Reveal Formula For Detection Of Autism ... 19, 2008) Recently, Harvard researchers reported that children with autism have a wide range of genetic defects, making it nearly impossible to develop a simple genetic test to identify the disorder. (Science Daily)
Encompass opens second campus Aug 20, 2008
Such delays include speech issues, from stuttering to autism, as well as challenges with motor skills, like feeding and dressing oneself or using crayons and scissors. The 30 local children whom Encompass can now accommodate each week are referred by doctors, school districts and childcare providers. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
Food programs served record numbers this year Aug 20, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. Programs designed to help feed needy children during the summer months when school isn't in session served record numbers of meals this year. (KRNV.com, NV)
Nevada Supreme Court to Web cast petition hearings Aug 20, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. (AP) - The Nevada Supreme Court will provide a live Webcast of Wednesday's oral arguments on petition challenges and state ballot questions. (KRNV.com, NV)
Online Autism Fund: Godsend or Money Pit? Aug 19, 2008
ABC News: Online Autism Fund: Godsend or Money Pit. In the six weeks since Lend4Health's launched, Tuncan has already collected and disbursed nearly $3,180 for four families. (ABC News -- Business)
Are local governments suffering from a 'brain drain?' Aug 19, 2008
Channel 4 KRNV.com: Local News and Weather for Reno-Tahoe Region: Are local governments suffering from a 'brain drain. Do you think paid health benefits for public employee retirees should be abolished. (KRNV.com, NV)
Report shows slight changes in Nevada students' dropout, graduation rates Aug 19, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. (AP) -- A detailed "report card" on Nevada's public schools shows a slight increase in the student dropout rate and a slight decline in the graduation rate. (KRNV.com, NV)
Obama: Elect leader who goes green, won't choke Aug 19, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. John Barrette - Sunbelt Digital Media. (KRNV.com, NV)
Sierra Nevada College gets $200,000 gift Aug 19, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. (KRNV.com, NV)
Lionheart School champions education for autistic Aug 17, 2008
At this private school for children with autism and other communicative disorders, patience, flexibility and determination have taken the students, staff and school a long way ... Teacher Ashley Cauthen welcomes Carly Tucci, 14, of Alpharetta to her classroom at the private Lionheart School in Alpharetta for children with autism. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Race with a big heart: $1.1m-plus for charities Aug 17, 2008
His son Chris, who has autism, attends the school. Mr Lloyd won a family trip to Thailand thanks to Run Fat Boy Run on DVD. He will auction the trip and give the cash to the school. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Back-to-school: The healthy way Aug 17, 2008
Autism Society of Collin County Awareness Information. Baylor Medical Center of Plano Cholesterol/Glucose Check Body Mass Index/ Stroke Prevention/ BP Check. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Immunizations important for school-age children's health Aug 17, 2008
August is Immunization Awareness Month, set aside to remind the community of the importance of immunizations in light of some parents' fears that the childhood vaccination for measles-mumps-rubella may be linked to autism ... In fact, the average age of a diagnosis of autism is the same among children who have and have not received the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine, the web site states. (Florida Times-Union)
Burlington teens earn Girl Scout Gold Award Aug 16, 2008
She organized a Training Day, where the volunteers learned about autism and downs syndrome, and explored their feelings about people with disabilities through questionnaires and role-playing. Trained volunteers then were paired with disabled adults on the Event Day to cook pizza, do arts and crafts projects, and socialize. (Burlington Union, MA)
Professor launches autism day care Aug 16, 2008
KALAMAZOO -- A Western Michigan University psychology professor who is an autism expert is launching a pilot day-care program to serve developmentally delayed children while providing respite time for their parents. There are limited openings for the Kalamazoo Autism Center, which will be housed at the Child Development Center on West KL Avenue, but Professor Richard Malott said he is interested in learning about the demand for such services ... I'm starting the Kalamazoo Autism Center because... (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Most girls just want to have fun Aug 16, 2008
They are more prone to cot death, four times more likely to suffer from autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and, according to analysis published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, are 24 per cent more likely than girls to die in their first year. Still, their anxious mothers can console themselves that boys who avoid or overcome early hurdles, will generally go on to earn more, climb higher in their chosen profession and generally outstrip their sisters by the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
PANORAMA SCHOOL BOARD Aug 15, 2008
Two teachers attended a workshop on co-teaching while a teacher and a paraeducator attended autism training. A representative and consultant from the firm supplying the new reading program will be here. (The Guthrian, IA)
LETTERS: NCT, August 14, 2008 Aug 15, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Doctors don't understand needs of autistic. (North County Times)
Country Club of Brookline raises $50,000 for youth programs Aug 15, 2008
Some of the programs funded by the Brookline Youth Fund are the Brookline Community Mental Health Center for their Autism Spectrum Disorders Social Skills Groups; Mass. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, a support group for adoptive families in Brookline; Pierce School PTO, to provide for their Urban Improv Workshops to address issues of bullying; and the Artbarn Community Theatre, for its community service after-school program. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Search find 17 people missing in Gila forest in NM Aug 15, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. SILVER CITY, N.M. (AP) -- Searchers have found three adults and 14 children some 19 hours after they were reported missing during a school outing in southwestern New Mexico. (KRNV.com, NV)
New shots required for seventh graders, parents rush to immunize children Aug 15, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. The health department is preparing for an increase in traffic, as parents prepare their children to go back to school. (KRNV.com, NV)
Pediatrics: Lots of Sore Throats Aug 15, 2008
He also must often tell people that vaccines don't cause autism, that solid foods don't help babies sleep through the night and that kids shouldn't transition from a crib until 3 years old. "Child behavior is pretty straightforward, although parents make it seem complicated," Boals says. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Autistic kids outbursts stir furor, guilt Aug 14, 2008
I have known a few people over my lifetime who have had to deal with autism with their children, Duclos said ... Similar cases involving people with autism have played out in public recently ... Syndicated radio talk show host Michael Savage added to the furor last month when he charged that doctors and drug companies are overdiagnosing autism, and said, Ill tell you what autism is: In 99 percent of the cases, its a brat who hasnt been told to cut the act out. (MSNBC -- Health)
Tierney pushes for ed funding partnership Aug 14, 2008
The newly passed legislation also establishes college programs for students facing autism and related challenges. We ve gone from autism diagnoses of one in 10,000 to one in 122, and those students are aging out of programs, he said. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Autism at college Aug 14, 2008
Living with autism in college - CNN.com ... Living with autism in college ... One in 166 children has autism, compared to 1 in 2,500 a decade ago. (CNN)
Report: Edwards' wife was in anguish after affair Aug 14, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- People magazine says Elizabeth Edwards found a return to "normalcy" when campaigning for her husband, John, after he confessed to having an affair in 2006. (KRNV.com, NV)
Reno man convicted of murdering teacher Aug 14, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. (AP) -- A jury has found a Reno man guilty of the October 2006 murder of a substitute teacher and the same-day robbery of a man in an adult book store. (KRNV.com, NV)
Blueprint for success may have little hope of success without funding Aug 14, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. Chancellor Jim Rogers says Nevada students right now are nowhere near ready for college by the time they leave high school especially if a "blueprint" for success does not receive enough funding. (KRNV.com, NV)
Vegas recycling yard raided in stolen metals probe Aug 14, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Authorities have raided two Las Vegas recycling yards in what police are calling a probe of the receipt and sale of stolen copper and vehicles. (KRNV.com, NV)
Earthquake-damaged school to reopen in Wells Aug 14, 2008
Latest Local Headlines. (AP) -- Repairs have been completed to an earthquake-damaged school in Wells just in time for the start of the new school year. (KRNV.com, NV)
'R-word' sets off protests Aug 14, 2008
Just ask Maurice Snell, a 24-year-old employee at Easter Seals' Therapeutic School and Center for Autism Research in Chicago. Snell has autism and has been called retarded plenty of times. (Chicago Tribune)
Living with autism in college Aug 14, 2008
One in 166 children has autism, compared to 1 in 2,500 a decade ago. Students with autism-related disorders may have trouble making friends ... Students should ask if the school has an autism organization. (CNN -- Law)
Dr. James Rota Aug 14, 2008
"Through July 28 of this year, the FDA had been collecting comments supported by empirical data and scientific evidence concerning classification of and special controls for dental amalgam, and will issue a final rule after reviewing the comments.While the FDA has yet to recommend that people who already have mercury amalgam fillings remove them, Rota believes that this process is the first step to detoxification and elimination of a substance that can continue to affect people all their... (Malibu Times, CA)
Disability advocacy groups protest at 'Tropic Thunder' premiere Aug 13, 2008
Where the Hell where these people when films like "Special Dead" and "RetarDEAD came out? Not to mention Troma's "Citizen Toxie". With all the other issues going on in the world is it really that valiant to protest Ben Stiller in fake buck teeth? Get a life. Seymour Butz Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 03:41 PM EST Hey, let's all rag on this movie we haven't seen, just because some talking head with an agenda to push tells us it's bad. This is the equivalent to religious protesters against Dogma, but this... (Entertainment Weekly)
New guidance given on autism care Aug 13, 2008
The public health minister has announced new guidelines on autism. New guidance on services for people with autism has been published by the Scottish Government ... Recommendations include awareness training for all staff and involving people with autism in the planning of services. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
California Democrats push bills to fight spread of autism Aug 13, 2008
"West Wing" series actor Gary Cole speaks Wednesday at the Capitol about his daughter's autism ... Undeterred by the state's budget woes, Democratic lawmakers Wednesday unveiled eight bills to address the dramatic rise in diagnosis of children with autism ... The legislation is the result of three years of public hearings throughout the state by the Legislature's Commission on Autism, consisting of health experts, educators and families affected by the nation's fastest-growing developmental... (Yahoo News -- Autism)
Study backs safety of MMR vaccine Aug 13, 2008
The study found no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. A UK study of more than 5,000 children has ruled out any link between the MMR vaccine and autism, researchers say ... The Medical Research Council team could find no evidence of autism associated with the triple vaccine. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
Advances by intellectually disabled man cost his life Aug 13, 2008
Mr Fleming, who suffered from a form of autism called Asperger's syndrome, had gone to the area, which was known by locals as a place frequented by homosexual men, after spending the night with friends, while the teenager had been to some parties. But the teenager, who cannot be named, allegedly stabbed Mr Fleming with a folding knife after the 35-year-old emerged from one of the cubicles with his trousers down and joked that he wanted to give his new friend "a wedgie", Ms Cunneen told the jury. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Council Votes on Midtown, Curfew Aug 13, 2008
" Rochester police evacuated a family from their home as they worked to make some robbery arrests early Tuesday morning. Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime dramas produced at actual homicide scenes. Monroe Community College's longest serving president Thomas Flynn attended his last board of trustees meeting Monday night. As he helped the board close that chapter, he also helped open a new one - its second presidential... (R News)
Could term limits be among background Angle in Raggio-Angle election scrap? Aug 13, 2008
Channel 4 KRNV.com: Local News and Weather for Reno-Tahoe Region: Could term limits be among background Angle in Raggio-Angle election scrap. By John BarretteCould term limits be among background Angle in Raggio-Angle election scrap. (KRNV.com, NV)
Carson City Mayoral Race Features Two With Money, Four Others Sparsely-Funded Aug 13, 2008
The primary election race for mayor in Carson City features a lawyer-lobbyist with loads of loot to spend, a pastor with less money and four others left behind in the dollar derby department. Two of the men will emerge to face off in November's general election in a bid to replace Mayor Marv Teixeira. (KRNV.com, NV)
