RALEIGH, N.C. — Everyday first responders answer a variety of different calls, from health emergencies to life-and-death situations. They’re forced to make split-second decisions, relying on their training to keep themselves and others safe. (Spectrum News 1/Caroline Blair) And at a time when the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, says 1 in 31…
RALEIGH, N.C. — Everyday first responders answer a variety of different calls, from health emergencies to life-and-death situations. They’re forced to make split-second decisions, relying on their training to keep themselves and others safe. (Spectrum News 1/Caroline Blair) And at a time when the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, says 1 in 31…
For researchers who study autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions, postmortem brain tissue is a critical scientific resource that cannot be replicated by imaging technologies, tissue culture, animal experiments or artificial intelligence. However, survey results published by Autism BrainNet in April1 show that while Americans theoretically support autism research using postmortem brain tissue, in practice, there is…
For researchers who study autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions, postmortem brain tissue is a critical scientific resource that cannot be replicated by imaging technologies, tissue culture, animal experiments or artificial intelligence. However, survey results published by Autism BrainNet in April1 show that while Americans theoretically support autism research using postmortem brain tissue, in practice, there is…
A former Royal Marine who admits he “couldn’t cope” with his autistic son not talking has hailed a communication system for helping him find his voice. Jake was not speaking at the age of four and had frequent meltdowns, fuelled by frustration at being unable to communicate clearly. Three years ago, the family were introduced…
A former Royal Marine who admits he “couldn’t cope” with his autistic son not talking has hailed a communication system for helping him find his voice. Jake was not speaking at the age of four and had frequent meltdowns, fuelled by frustration at being unable to communicate clearly. Three years ago, the family were introduced…
Taylor Paddon and Eddie Johnson in a photo taken backstage at the Bella Dance Academy year-end recital in June, 2025. (Katie Johnson/Supplied) Taylor Paddon, 14, is part of the Leader in Training program at Bella Dance Academy and works with Eddie, 8 It’s a partnership that’s lasted three years, and at 14 years old, Taylor Paddon…
Taylor Paddon and Eddie Johnson in a photo taken backstage at the Bella Dance Academy year-end recital in June, 2025. (Katie Johnson/Supplied) Taylor Paddon, 14, is part of the Leader in Training program at Bella Dance Academy and works with Eddie, 8 It’s a partnership that’s lasted three years, and at 14 years old, Taylor Paddon…
Acne on the nose is one of those skin problems almost everyone experiences at least once — yet it often feels more frustrating than breakouts elsewhere. The nose sits at the center of the face, making even a small pimple feel impossible to hide. But there’s a reason this area is so prone to breakouts,…
The Ministry of Education is undertaking a “system-wide review” of special school transport as more parents sound the alarm over safety in the wake of the death of 8-year-old Gurshabad Singh. The ministry said it would ”not wait to take action”, with the review of the Specialised School Transport Assistance scheme (SESTA) “ensuring” roles and…