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e-Speaks || April 25, 2008
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NASCAR Race to Benefit Student Clubs for Autism Speaks
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Dover International Speedway and Best Buy officials announced this week that the June 1, 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race will be named the “Best Buy 400 benefiting Student Clubs for Autism Speaks.” A variety of initiatives, including a concert and a unique online auction, are planned for Dover's May 30 – June 1, 2008 NASCAR race weekend to increase awareness and raise funds for Autism Speaks.
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Final Days to "Help Chevy Help Autism"
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Chevrolet has teamed up with Autism Speaks to drive home the message of autism awareness. Until the end of April – Autism Awareness Month – visit the Autism Speaks website
(www.autismspeaks.org)
and click on the “Help Chevy Help Autism” icon to take a virtual test drive of the 2008 North American Car of the Year – the all-new Chevy Malibu. Chevrolet has committed to a minimum contribution of $500,000, but every virtual test drive gets Chevrolet closer to its goal of donating up to $1 million to Autism Speaks. Those who complete the virtual test drive will receive a free 30-day online trial of XM Satellite Radio. Visit the
Autism Speaks home page
to take the virtual test drive. Plus, spread the word to family and friends
by sending a “Help Chevy Help Autism” e-Card
today.
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Sonoma Walk Increases Participation by 1400% in Just Three Years
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In 2006, fifty eager walkers in Sonoma County raised $10,000 for Autism Speaks; on April 19, 2008 at the third annual Sonoma Walk Now for Autism, 750 walkers brought in $110,000. Eighty-one teams participated in the walk, which took place at Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park, Calif., nearly 30 more than last year. Read more and view photos and video
here.
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Special Journal Issue Explores Oxidative Stress in Autism
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In 2007 the American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology (AJBB) issued a specific request for articles dedicated to the role of oxidative stress in autism. The resultant group of articles was published in a special issue last month, focused entirely on this hot topic in autism. Many of the studies selected for publication are funded by or utilize research resources made available by Autism Speaks. The collection of publications provides an important contribution to the body of literature on oxidative stress in autism spectrum disorders, and is available to the public on the AJBB web site.
Read more.
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View Highlights from UN World Autism Awareness Day Panel
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On April 2, World Autism Awareness Day, the Government of the State of Qatar, in collaboration with the World Health Organization and Autism Speaks, hosted a panel discussion on the "Global Awareness of Autism: Challenges, Responsibilities and Actions." The event featured remarks from lawmakers, experts, and families touched by autism as well as a panel discussion about the roles of the international community, non-governmental organizations, media and family in raising autism awareness. Video highlights from the event are now available on our YouTube channel, AutismSpeaksVids. Click here to read more and see the video.
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Limited Edition Judith Ripka Necklace Available Online
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Just in time for Mother's Day, luxury jewelry designer Judith Ripka has created a necklace exclusively for Autism Speaks. Designed in sterling silver and 18k gold, this 17-inch necklace features a center blue quartz gemstone set in .04 carats of diamonds. The Autism Speaks puzzle piece symbol hanging from the lobster claw clasp is an exquisite detail celebrating autism awareness.
Purchase
this and other great gifts for mom in the Autism Speaks online store.
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In Their Own Words: The Performance of a Lifetime
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In our latest "In Their Own Words" essay, a grandmother recounts a memorable Christmas concert when her fifteen year old granddaughter with autism performed for the first time with her high school chorus. Read more.
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