The article discusses significant disparities in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) prevalence across different locations, highlighting California's proactive screening initiatives leading to higher identification rates among children. In contrast, lower rates in Texas suggest barriers to accessing diagnostic services, especially in predominantly Hispanic and low-income communities. Researchers link these differences to social determinants of health, including income and access to healthcare. The article also contrasts the reported data with anti-vaccine claims, emphasizing the need for evidence-based conclusions in public health discussion.
"As part of the initiative, hundreds of local pediatricians have been trained to screen and refer children for assessment as early as possible, which could result in higher identification of ASD, especially at early ages."
"The two Texas sites included primarily Hispanic and lower-income communities, which suggests lack of access or barriers to accessing identification services."
#autism-spectrum-disorder #early-detection #healthcare-accessibility #social-determinants-of-health #vaccine-misinformation
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