What Is Autism: Is Autism An Epidemic?

By Anonymous A new government report says autism is more common than previously thought, burdening as many as 1 in 88 children. This new estimate means autism is nearly twice as common as officials said it was only five years ago, and likely affectsBoys have even higher risk; experts say part of increase may be due to better diagnosis.By Robin Erb and Dawson Bell Insurers must provide coverage for therapy for Michigan's autistic children beginning Oct. 1 as part of a package of bills

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