Autism community sounds alarms over ‘harmful’ RFK Jr. comments

Local community members react to RFK Jr.'s autism comments and potential registry

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Those for and against Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments on autism are still reacting and speaking out two weeks later. RFK Jr. spoke at a press conference on April 16 where he was quoted saying, "Autism destroys families." Local community members have expressed their thoughts and concerns since the comments were made, including RAMP, a local nonprofit that helps those with disabilities live independently. Dane Johnson is t…

Advocates, families react to RFK’s comments on autism

SOUTHERN INDIANA — Nancy Campbell’s 22-year-old son, Avery, is autistic, and he “has done nothing but bring our family closer together,” she said.

Advocates Still Alarmed Even as HHS Walks Back Autism Registry Announcement

A statement that denies the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is compiling an autism registry, but says instead that it is creating a sweeping database of existing health records, has done little to quell fears among autism advocates.  Last week, National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya announced that his office would draw on an unprecedented array of public and private records to establish a “disease registry” cent…

'Love on the Spectrum' Creator Cian O’Clery Knows His Cast Are “The Most Important Critics”

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The complexities of autism disorder

Anthony Tilghman has worked diligently to find help and resources to support his daughter, who has been diagnosed with mild autism. With proper resources, and just shy of her third birthday, the toddler has progressed well and loves school. (Courtesy of Anthony Tilghman) by Lindiwe Vilakazi, For the Washington Informer Anthony Tilghman’s daughter was just 1 … Continued

RFK Jr. got autism wrong. My child's worth isn't based on what she can produce

I’m tired of being told my autistic child is a crisis. She is complex. Challenging. Beautiful. And worth every ounce of support, dignity and care.