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Health Epidemics? Autism

July 25, 2007

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The rate of autism is on the rise. According to the CDC, about one in 150 American children will be diagnosed with an autism disorder. Experts talk about what is and is not known about autism, current treatments, and some of the research that’s underway.

Learn more:

ASU Autism Research Program

Autism Society of America-Greater Phoenix Chapter

Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders

Centers for Disease Control

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