Posts Tagged Autism
Virginia’s autism community responds to Trump administration’s Tylenol claim
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 24, 2025

President Donald Trump told the nation this week a common drug has been linked to an increase in autism and ADHD in newborns when used during pregnancy. But for Virginians who are members of and advocate for the autism community, the statement meant something much more. Brad Kutner has this report.
Teaching people with autism to drive
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 21, 2023

One of every 36 kids in this country has been diagnosed with some degree of autism – a developmental disability that affects communication, learning skills and behavior. As these children grow into young adults, many would like to drive, but teaching that complicated set of skills is a challenge.
Now, a school working with kids in Charlottesville, Roanoke, Lynchburg and Lexington is offering high-tech help, as Sandy Hausman reports.
Republicans Hope to Lift Age Cap on Autism Health Insurance Coverage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 15, 2019
Lawmakers in Richmond are hoping to expand health insurance coverage to children with autism. Michael Pope has more.

