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18 April 2012
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What an inspiring and special child. Take a look at Sam’s story and learn about his exceptional talent! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXhzf2Hxhqk&feature=player_detailpage
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17 April 2012
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Here are some touching stories about the realities families face and the triumphs they achieve. Follow this link to read the article. http://www.cnn.com/2012/04/16/health/autism-milestones-irpt/index.html?hpt=hp_c1
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17 April 2012
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Food, music and fun in a family friendly atmosphere! Featuring “The Long Run” an Eagles Tribute Band. The cost is $60 per person, $100 per couple, and $25 per child. For tickets, please visit www.HaciendaOaksEstates.org
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14 April 2012
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The UC Davis MIND Institute published a study in February that indicates that early exposure to flame retardants presents an independent risk of neurodevelopmental deficits associated with reduced sociability and learning. Read more below. http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/publish/news/mindinstitute/6164
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14 April 2012
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Ventura County Autism Society Presents: Annual Reach for the Stars Benefit This event includes a silent auction, dinner and casino tables.
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13 April 2012
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Developed especially for the younger siblings of children with autism, this cheek swab genetic screen checks for 65 known gene markers associated with autism. It will help classify younger siblings in terms of risk levels and may help those with the highest risk get the earliest possible treatments. Read more about it: http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/new-gene-screen-flags-autism-risk-infant-siblings
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12 April 2012
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Thanks to Macaroni Kid Conejo Valley for supporting Autism Awareness Month! They are sharing an article about autism with their many readers and passed on information about ACT. Macaroni Kid Conejo Valley has wonderful resources for local families – check them out! www.conejo-valley.macaronikid.com/
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12 April 2012
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1 in 88 children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder, according to a new estimate from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This represents a 78% increase in autism prevalence over the past 5 years. More children are impacted by autism than by diabetes, AIDS, cancer, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, Down Syndrome, and cystic fibrosis
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04 April 2012
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Assistant Professor of Child Psychiatry and Psychology, Yale University Associate Director, Developmental Electrophysiology Laboratory at Yale University “Revisiting the Social Motivation Hypothesis: A Developmental Model of Function and Dysfunction in Autism” Scientific Lecture: 9:00 -10:00 a.m. • Community Questions and Discussion: 10:00-10:30 a.m. PLEASE NOTE LOCATION: Gonda 1st Floor Conference Room, Rm#1357 For further information, please
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04 April 2012
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Professor, Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Genome Center, M.I.N.D.Institute, UC Davis “Mapping the Neuronal Methylome and its Implications for Autism” Scientific Lecture: 9:00 -10:00 a.m. • Community Questions and Discussion: 10:00-10:30 a.m. PLEASE NOTE LOCATION: Gonda 1st Floor Conference Room, Rm#1357 For further information, please contact Dr. Candace J. Wilkinson at 310-825-9041. All are welcome!
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