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    More kids have autism than thought: U.S. study
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    "The statistical aspect of autism is just staggering," he said, and not enough is being done about it. "If we had 1 in 58 boys getting swine flu, the country would be crazy" Wright said. Autism is a brain disorder characterized by problems with social interaction, repetitive behavior and other symptoms. Full Article at Reuters Health: eLine
    If we had 1 in 58 boys getting swine flu, the country would be crazy
    – Bob Wright SOURCE: Reuters Health: eLine 1 month ago
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More kids have autism than thought: U.S. study
  1. Unfortunately, the information that we currently have doesn't allow us to give a true account of whether the apparent increase is an actual increase or the result of changes in the way we describe or diagnose ASD
    SOURCE: Reuters Health: eLine 1 month ago
  2. We've been screaming about the numbers going up; now there is a relatively complete recognition of it.
    SOURCE: Reuters Health: eLine 1 month ago
  3. We are hopeful ... that the new data will raise awareness about (autism), will help improve early identification and intervention, will provide information for policy and service planning, and most importantly help us meet the growing needs of individual families and communities who are affected by auti...
    SOURCE: Reuters Health: eLine 1 month ago
  4. We are extremely concerned about the apparent increase
    SOURCE: Reuters Health: eLine 1 month ago
  5. The statistical aspect of autism is just staggering
    SOURCE: Reuters Health: eLine 1 month ago

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