The Bay Area Autism Biomedical Discussion Group is the online forum for parents of autistic spectrum children living in San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland and the surrounding region.

The purpose of this group is to discuss current research and biomedical interventions for the treatment of ASD, with a focus on immunology, gastroenterology, metabolic dysfunction, heavy metal toxicity, and so on. Therapies discussed include diet and nutritional supplementation (oral, IV, transdermal), chelation, IVIG, homeopathy, and others, as well as perspectives on lab tests, medical practitioners, insurance, and various topics related to biomedical treatments.

Medical papers, treatment protocols, contact info for local resources, helpful websites, and other information related to biomedical treatments can be found in the FILES section of this group:

http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Autism-Biomed-BayArea/files/

This list does not focus on behavioral or educational therapies or related issues. Information shared in this group is NOT intended to be MEDICAL ADVICE. We strongly urge all members to consult with a medical practitioner when implementing biomedical therapies.

There is NO advertising on this list. If you have an announcement, please forward it to the list owner for approval.