The Brief
PHOENIX - A Phoenix-area mother, whose two of her four children have special needs, said the time has come for more research into the causes of autism.
Local perspective:
Her remarks, and those from researchers, came in response to the announcement of new federal funding for autism research.
"I mean, it's time. We're overdue, it's time we know," said Karin York, a mother of two children with special needs.
By the numbers:
According to the CDC, one in 31 children, 8 years of age, are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
That's a 200% increase in the last 25 years.
Big picture view:
On Sept. 22, President Donald Trump's administration released a report claiming autism is linked to Tylenol , or acetaminophen, during pregnancy.
"Taking Tylenol is not good. All rig