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Lancet Neurology Publishes Series on Advances in Autism Research

April 17, 2015

Leading autism researchers highlight progress in gene-targeted precision medicine and insights from brain imaging across the lifespan

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Former NBA Champion Miami Heat Help Host Benefit to Support Autism

April 17, 2015

The inaugural Aon 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament benefiting Autism Speaks took place on Monday, March 30th at American Airlines Arena, home to... More...

Event Recap, Miami Heat

Is Elimination Diet Wise for Child with Autism & Mild Food Allergies?

Answers from nutritionist and researcher Kelly Barnhill, who specializes in helping families affected by autism

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Colorado Governor Signs Autism Insurance Expansion

April 16, 2015

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Advocacy, autism insurance reform, Autism Votes, Colorado

HHM joins Autism Speaks to Light It Up Blue!!

April 16, 2015

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This Swim Team for Teens With Autism Will Inspire You

November 04, 2016

A documentary called "Swim Team" that chronicles the New Jersey Hammerheads, a team of teens on the autism spectrum, was highlighted by The... More...

Swimming, Swimming and Water Safety Scholarship Fund, Transition Age

Autism Speaks and WHO Train 'Master Trainers' from 18 Countries

Our Global Autism Public Health team reports back from the World Health Organization’s first Parent Skills Training workshop for autism

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Autism Speaks, Global Autism Public Health, Parent Skills Training, Science, WHO, World Health Organization

Team Raises Huge Funds for Autism Speaks L.A. Walk

April 16, 2015

ABC 7 Los Angeles recently reported on the thousands of people expected at the upcoming Walk Now For Autism Speaks fundraising event at the... More...

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