Autism Speaks organizes Los Angeles Walk Now for Autism Speaks on April 18 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena to fight against autism. The event unites the society to raise funds for autism research, awareness and outreach and support those affected by autism.
The event will have activities for children, resources for families, refreshments and entertainment.
Autism
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder typically characterized by impaired social and communication skills combined with repetitive movements.
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Autism speaks is an organization in the United States that funds research on causes, prevention, treatments and cure for autism and conducts awareness and outreach activities for affected families.
Autism is a neurological disorder that impairs a person's ability to communicate and relate to others. Autism is the fastest growing serious developmental disorder in the United States.
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World Autism Awareness Day 2015
World Autism Awareness Day is marked to raise awareness about autism and sensitize communities to be able to positively include people with autism in education, employment and in the public sphere.
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 Despite Mounting Crisis, Autism Awareness ScantActivists and experts pressed the US Congress on Tuesday to do more to help promote worldwide awareness of autism, which they said is becoming an escalating health crisis. | Advertisement
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Kids With Autism Have Atleast One Gastrointestinal Problem
Children with autism below the age of three, experience atleast one gastrointestinal discomfort, compared to a typical child, reveals a study.
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