I am walking in the Walk for Autism Research, the signature fund-raising event of Autism Speaks. Since its inception in May 2000, hundreds of thousands of people have raised tens of millions of dollars to support autism research.
I have decided to start a team this year and invite you to walk with me in support of this worthy cause. Together we can make a difference and advance and accelerate autism research.
Please click the link below to register for the Walk and join my team.
Dear Friends and Family,
Autism Speaks is getting ready for its annual signature event, Walk for Autism Research on June 16, 2007. I am planning to be a part of that Walk and I am asking you to join me in raising critically-needed funds for autism research by making a contribution in support of my Walk.
Autism is a complex brain disorder that often inhibits a person's ability to communicate, respond to surroundings, or form relationships with others. First identified more than 50 years ago, autism is typically diagnosed by the age of two or three. Autism affects people of all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Few disorders are as devastating to a child and his or her family. While some people with autism are mildly affected, most people with the condition will require lifelong supervision and care and have significant language impairments. Many children with autism will never be able to tell their parents they love them.
Currently, the causes of autism are unknown and there are no specific medical treatments or cure. Physicians have no blood test or scan that can definitively diagnose the disorder. As such, the diagnosis of autism is based solely upon observations of behavior. Despite increasing national interest and high prevalence, autism research is one of the lowest funded areas of medical research by both public and private sources.
Whatever you can give will help! I greatly appreciate your support and will keep you posted on my progress.
Sincerely,
Paula Bowen
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