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e-Speaks || October 19, 2007
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Thousands Register for Revolutionary Autism Video Glossary
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Over 60,000 people have already logged on to the new online autism video glossary, launched this week by Autism Speaks, First Signs, and Florida State University. The glossary is designed to help parents and professionals learn more about the early warning signs of autism spectrum disorders. More than one hundred side-by-side video clips illustrate typical development and behaviors that are red flags for autism, facilitating earlier diagnosis and intervention for children with autism. Read more and visit the glossary
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Large Body, Immune Disorders Linked to Autism Subset
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Using subjects and data from the Autism Genetic Resource Exchange (AGRE), an international research team found that a large body size—in addition to a large head—is associated with autism. This subset of people with autism was also found to have a higher incidence of immune disorders. This research takes an important step toward defining subtypes within the autism spectrum, which will help pinpoint the cause of and appropriate treatments for autism.
Read more.
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Star-studded Acts of Love Raises Over $150,000
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The fifth annual “Acts of Love: A Celebration of Children and Those Who Love Them” raised over $150,000, attracting more than 500 guests and celebrities such as Dermot Mulroney, James Franco, and Wendie Malick, who performed readings for the audience. Read more, view photos, and see video highlights
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Weekend Walks Raise Recordbreaking $3.9 Million
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A recordbreaking $3.9 million was raised this weekend by nearly 61,000 walkers from coast-to-coast. Read more and view photos from
Denver
,
Colorado
and Seattle, Wash.. Watch video highlights from
Long Island
, N.Y.,
Boston
, Mass., and
St. Louis
, Mo.
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Former Olympian Todd Eldredge to Appear at DC Walk
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World famous figure skater Todd Eldredge will join walkers at the
Washington, DC Walk Now for Autism
this Saturday, October 20. Eldredge will announce that he will perform alongside Olympic gold medalists Kristi Yamaguchi and Brian Boitano in
“The Music of Seal on Ice,'' an event benefiting Autism Speaks on December 18. Advance tickets can be purchased via presale (password: ROSE) until 10 p.m., October 26. Walks are also being held this weekend in
Baltimore, Md
. and
Central N.J.
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Chicago Marathoner Raises $100,000 for Autism Speaks
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Brian Callaci, a Chicago-area father of three (including one child who is on the autism spectrum), raised $100,000 for Autism Speaks, running in the Chicago Marathon. By soliciting donations from more than two hundred and fifty friends and family members, he far exceeded his initial goal of raising $15,000. Read more and watch video.
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Autism Speaks Featured Volunteer: Steve White
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For nine and a half years, Steve White has volunteered weekly at the Autism Speaks Los Angeles office - filing, photocopying, and creating countless parent packets, press kits, and sponsorship packets. As an adult with autism, Steve feels that he has a personal stake in helping families until a cure is found.
Read more
about Steve White, and why he believes that volunteering is an invaluable experience.
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Purchase Holiday Wrapping Paper and Ribbon Now
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Purchase new holiday items in the online store now! Check out the wrapping paper and satin ribbon, perfect companions to the gift bags for your holiday giving. Stay tuned for greeting cards and special gift ideas, coming soon.
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In Their Own Words: A Mass to Remember
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In our latest "In Their Own Words" essay, a mother tells how her fourteen year old son with autism was confirmed in the church, thanks to the help of his family and some special people within the church.
Read more.
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