UHN stands by its decision to use the drug deferiprone to treat thalassemia. Hospital officials reject allegations that money from Apotex influenced patient care.
Some of the theories researchers have as to why there's been a spike include better tools, screening and diagnosis, as well as a better understanding of what autism spectrum disorder is.
Many social media giants currently allow 13-year-olds to join, but these apps can be harmful. Dr. David Nathan, a child/adolescent psychologist with Allina Health, compared social media use to that of alcohol and tobacco.