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National Autism Awareness Month
Robert G. Ortt
April 2, 2015
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ISSUE:
- Disability
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April is recognized as National Autism Awareness Month, with April 2nd designated as World Autism Awareness Day. The disorder affects nearly 1 in 68 children. To help raise awareness, please click on www.autismspeaks.org
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