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Bruce Goodman February 25, 2026 6:00 am What does it say when a national insurer chooses to follow the science before being forced to by law? This year, Aetna updated […]

PANS/PANDAS Clinical Overview with Considerations for Autism & Restricted Eating Presented for ACAYNA   ACAYNA is an autism-focused organization committed to advancing clinician education and evidence-based practice. Through professional training, […]

Daryl Austin. February 20, 2026.  For most people, strep throat is a temporary infection that can be cleared with a short course of antibiotics—something an estimated 5.2 million people in the United […]

Today, representing ASPIRE, I had the opportunity to join the Connecticut delegation for Legislative Day with the Center for Lyme Action. They are an incredible organization. They provide everything advocates […]

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) — Violet and Belle Troupe are typical little girls. They go to elementary school, play outside on nice days and love to twirl around in their best dresses.

Please note. This is not meant to be a comprehensive list. These are studies we have found helpful in referencing. 

by Olivia Gieger February 13, 2026, 1:12 pm VT Digger For some Vermont families, treating the immune system can be life-changing to help a psychological condition possibly triggered by strep. […]

PANS/PANDAS Meets IDEA’s Definition of Other Health Impairment Students with PANS/PANDAS may experience sudden and severe symptoms that significantly disrupt school functioning across academic, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and sensory domains. […]

Legislative Action: Information for Legislators Toolkit & Handouts Download Legislative Toolkit Legislative Action: Information for Legislators Toolkit Download ASPIRE’s PANS/PANDAS Legislative Action: Information for Legislators Toolkit. 

This Legislative Toolkit covers […]

Start the Legislative Process Are you interested in starting the legislative process in your state? Meet with the ASPIRE Legislative Working Group (ALWG) to help you get started. Your voice […]

Mandated Insurance Coverage for PANS and PANDAS Providing Equal and Comparable Access to Medically Necessary Care Why Insurance Coverage Is Necessary The Cost of Inaction Is Higher Than the Cost […]