Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that’s diagnosed based upon the prevalence of symptoms, rather than by any underlying medical examinations or blood tests. This is one reason why it can be challenging to diagnose autism, since it isn’t diagnosed like other curable diseases. Much of how autism is viewed today is thanks to the publication […]

Advances in medical research and technology have enabled healthcare professionals to screen for various diseases, disorders and conditions from an early age. Such pre-diagnostic screening has greatly benefitted the overall health of all people, helping to identify concerns so early interventions can be taken. In fact, these screenings happen from a very early age. Pediatricians, […]