By examining medical records of nearly 3m infants, researchers found those born with cytomegalovirus were 2.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than children without CMV. By examining medical records of nearly 3m infants, researchers found those born with cytomegalovirus were 2.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than children without CMV.
Scientists discover ‘critical’ link between autism and a common infection
