Northern New England
School Autism Awareness Day
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Are you aware of these facts about autism?
- Autism now affects 1 in 110 children and 1 in 70 boys.
- A new case is diagnosed almost every 20 minutes.
- More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes and cancer combined.
- Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the United States.
- There is no medical detection or cure for autism.
- Autism receives less than 5% of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases.
The organization, Autism Speaks sponsors School Autism Awareness Day; visit their FAQ page - www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism/faq
And stop by the NHTI Library to see the lobby display of books and other library materials to educate people about autism.
