News: A New Cause of Autism?

Babies born more than thirteen weeks prematurely run a serious risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder, according to a new study from Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden. The study looked at more than 100 infants that were born before the third trimester, and found that almost 30 percent of them developed symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorders. About 1 in 68 children are identified with ASD in the US, a 30 percent increase in the last two years, but the condition is almost five times more common among boys.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Autism: A New Explanation? Babies born more than thirteen weeks prematurely run a serious risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder, according to a new study from Karolinska University Hospital in Sweden. The study looked at more than 100 infants that were born before the third trimester, and found that almost 30 percent of them developed symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorders. About 1 in 68 children are identified with ASD in the US, a 30 percent increase in the last two years, but the condition is almost five times more common among boys. Nicholas English Content Manager of About.com Health Why Are Autism Rates Increasing So Fast? READ NOW 10 Things Your Preemie Nurse Wishes You Knew    READ NOW 8 Differences Between Boys and Girls With Autism    READ NOW 4 Red Flags That Can Signify Autism READ NOW Trending Now • Dominate Any Healthy New Year's Resolution – for Free • Alright – What Can Coconut Oil Really Do for My Skin? • How to Organize Your Kitchen for Weight Loss • Why "McKenzie" Exercises Could Save Your Lower Back • The Best Breakfast to Make While You Sleep • 7 Hazards of Rushing Your Workout • How You Can Treat Hip Bursitis Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.