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e-Speaks || May 5, 2007
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Please be sure to add Autism Speaks (contactus@autismspeaks.org) to your address book or safe sender list in order to insure our e-mail is delivered to your inbox (not sent to bulk or junk folders). If you have any questions or comments, please click here.
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Science Update: Genetics Funding; Paternal Age
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From 2005 to 2007, Autism Speaks, NAAR and CAN committed $11.5 million to grants for genetics research. Read details of the funded research.
Researchers examined data from the autism genetic resource exchange in order to see if it corroborated a study which showed an increased risk of autism with increased paternal age. Read more.
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Walk Now Events Underway
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The spring Walk Now for Autism season is in full swing, with events taking place across the country. View a photo gallery from Walk Now events that have already taken place, plus see photos from the Al Asad Air Base Autism Awareness Run in Iraq. And find a walk in your area.
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Why I Walk: A Lesson for a Teacher
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Read the latest in our "Why I Walk" series, an essay by Leah Stout, a teacher and the co-chair of the Wheeling, West Virginia walk, who shares what her students with autism have taught her. Read more.
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New Tote Bag in Online Store
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This pretty canvas tote measures 11" x 8.5" x 5" and sports a subtle Autism Speaks logo on the front pocket. It is big enough to carry sunglasses, a book and headphones, but small enough to act as a purse. A great warm weather accessory!
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