autism

RFK Jr announces ‘largest autism fraud bust in American history’ with $46.6M Medicaid scheme indictment

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Jonathan Fahey discusses DOJ’s $90 million Minnesota fraud ring bust Jonathan Fahey, former DHS deputy assistant secretary, discusses the Department of Justice’s $90 million Medicaid fraud bust in Minnesota. Fahey explains that the widespread fraud is likely just the tip of the iceberg, with more revelations expected from cooperating defendants. He questions why Democrats previously … Read more

Minnesota autism, disabled services providers among 15 charged with Medicaid fraud

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The Justice Department on Thursday announced criminal charges against 15 people in Minnesota accused of defrauding Medicaid and several other state-run social services programs of more than $90 million. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “The fraud here in Minnesota is shocking,” said Assistant Attorney General … Read more

Antioch police launch program to help drivers with autism during traffic stops

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The Antioch Police Department has launched a program designed to make traffic stops safer and less stressful for drivers with autism and other communication challenges. The program gives drivers a blue-colored envelope to store key documents — including a driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance — along with emergency contact information and simple … Read more

Kylie Kelce and Eagles player Jihaad Campbell spotlight autism awareness

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Podcaster Kylie Kelce, who is married to former Eagles player Jason Kelce, and Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell join “CBS Mornings” to talk about autism awareness. The two are advocates for the Eagles Autism Foundation, which has raised more than $50 million for autism research and care. They talk about why they wanted to be involved … Read more

FDA finds little evidence that a generic drug can help people with autism

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WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved a generic medication for a rare brain disorder, while walking back suggestions by President Donald Trump and other administration officials that the drug showed great promise for people with autism. The agency said it approved leucovorin for children and adults with a genetic condition that … Read more

FDA approves new use of synthetic vitamin B9 — but not for autism symptoms

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The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday announced a new approved use for the drug leucovorin, a synthetic form of vitamin B9 that the Trump administration has touted as a treatment for autism symptoms. But the new approval is not for autism — it’s for cerebral folate deficiency, a rare neurological condition characterized by low … Read more