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More leucovorin prescribed to kids after federal officials touted its unproven benefits for autism

A new study finds sharp increase in dispensing of leucovorin after high profile news conference touting its unproven benefits for autism.
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Health Lab Podcast

Studying Pathological Demand Avoidance

Finding resources for parents of children with PDA can provide useful tools and help with addressing behavioral challenges.
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Health Lab Podcast

An Expert Answers Questions about Autism

A debated link between Tylenol and autism has put the neurodevelopmental condition in the spotlight. An expert answers parents’ top questions.
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Understanding autism: 10 things to know

A debated link between Tylenol and autism has put the neurodevelopmental condition in the recent spotlight. A Michigan Medicine expert answers parents’ top questions.
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Health Lab Podcast

Chronic health conditions and food insecurity in kids

A recent Michigan Medicine-led study finds a link between chronic illness and higher food insecurity rates for children, even after accounting for income and other factors.
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Children with chronic conditions may face higher risk of food insecurity

Food insecurity is more common among children with a chronic medical condition than those without one, a new study suggests.