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Spectrum Snapshot: Aug 23-Sep 12, 2025
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Navigating Cuts: Families Face the Impact of Reduced Autism Research Funding
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Changing the Picture: How Hiki and Getty Images Are Rewriting Autism Representation
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Spectrum Snapshot: Aug 16-22, 2025
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Opening Doors for Neurodiversity: Temple Grandin’s Story through Film and Impact
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Reimagining Libraries: NASA’s Role in Neurodiversity Advocacy
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Millions at Risk as NIH Moves to Collect Private Medical Records for Autism Study

Rich Niewiroski Jr.6 months ago3 months ago012 mins

NIH, under RFK Jr., plans to collect Americans’ private medical records for an autism registry—without consent. Advocates warn this is a major #privacy risk and a step backward. #autism #NIH

RFK Jr.’s Profound Ignorance: Autism Misinformation and Vaccine Myths Resurface

Rich Niewiroski Jr.6 months ago3 months ago011 mins

RFK Jr. called #autism “preventable” and repeated debunked vaccine myths—ignoring decades of research and stigmatizing autistic people. Experts say vaccines do not cause autism. Spreading this misinformation is dangerous for public health. #RFKJr