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e-Speaks || November 9, 2007
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Arizona Walk Raises Over $550,000, Attracts Sports Stars
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Seven thousand walkers raised over $550,000 at the Arizona Walk Now for Autism last Sunday, in Tempe, Ariz., which benefited both Autism Speaks and Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC). Honorary walk chair Orlando Hudson (of the Arizona Diamondbacks) surprised the walkers by bringing along a few of his teammates.Read more and view photos here.
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Star-Studded Concert to Raise Funds, Awareness
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Autism Speaks has been named the official charity of radio station Z100's Jingle Ball 2007 concert, taking place on December 14 at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan. The show will feature a star-studded line-up of performers, including Alicia Keys, Backstreet Boys and Avril Lavigne. Read more.
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"Team Autism Speaks" Completes NYC Marathon
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Fifty-five runners from 13 states and Canada competed in the ING NYC Marathon 2007 as part of “Team Autism Speaks,” raising over $190,000 for Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks was one of 22 charity partners selected to participate in the ING NYC Marathon 2007. Read more, view photos and video highlights
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Understanding of "Model" Syndromes May Lead to
Autism Breakthroughs
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Autism is a feature of multiple developmental disorders. As devastating as this unfortunate commonality is, it can be used to the advantage of autism researchers and the many families who desperately want a treatment for their childrens' autism. This is why Autism Speaks continues to fund studies in “model” disorders such as Fragile X and Rett syndrome. Read more
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Purchase Holiday Cards Now at a Bulk Rate
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Share the sentiments of the season while spreading autism awareness! You can now purchase Autism Speaks holiday cards featuring the puzzle-piece snowflake motif in a larger quantity. Each pack contains fifty cards and envelopes, at a special discounted rate. While shopping for holiday cards, don't forget to pick up gift bags and wrapping paper!
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In Their Own Words: There Ought to Be a Law
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In our latest "In Their Own Words" submission, a ten-year-old shares his award-winning essay about why people with autism, including his younger brother, deserve a law guaranteeing them free medical and educational assistance.
Read more.
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