ARC Herkimer President and CEO has spent nearly three decades at the nonprofit at various positions. She discusses how the organization helps people with
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Autism Research: Strong and Diverse, Despite Funding Uncertainty
More than 2,400 of the world’s top autism researchers from 75 countries recently gathered in Prague for the annual meeting of INSAR (the International
FDA Clears First Cholesterol Pill to Rival Costly Injections
In one study, LDL fell 56% from a baseline of 96 mg/dL after 24 weeks, compared with placebo A new daily pill will
The Healing Power of Acupuncture
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Routine Childhood Vaccines Save Lives
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By Barbara Pierce “Eating disorders are not a choice, a phase or a failure of willpower,” said Stephanie Hall, certified peer support specialist
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Concerns
By Barbara Pierce Pregnancy, giving birth and the first year of motherhood should be a safe and supportive experience for birthing people. For