Autism increasing!
Photo: Zahedul I Khan
The other day I was reading a medical newsletter wherein it was stated that the number of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ADS) cases among American children is increasing, the ratio being 1 in 88 children. It was found through research and investigation that certain environmental factors including toxic overload is responsible for increased cases of autism. Excessive exposure to electromagnetic radiation, mercury toxicity, vaccine damage, Vitamin D deficiency are some of the major environmental factors contributing to the development of autism among children. Electromagnetic radiation (EMR) from cell phones, cell towers, Wi-Fi devices and other similar wireless technologies is suspected to be working in conjunction with genetic and environmental factors and causing autism among children. What to do now? In Bangladesh, we hardly maintain any safety code or follow precautionary measures while dealing with above mentioned devices and technologies. Perhaps it's time authorities concerned took appropriate action to regulate environmental factors so that their harmful effects may be controlled. Increasing awareness of general people about these factors is also needed.
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