Pennsylvania Tracks Number Of People With Autism
WGAL.com
Pennsylvania has become the first state in the U.S. to track the number of people with autism.
The 2005 census showed 20,000 cases.By 2010, that number is expected to hit 25,000 with nearly 4,000 adult cases.
Gov. Ed Rendell unveiled the new autism census at the state Capitol Wednesday.
The data will help determine what services are needed and where, he said.
“Autism hits literally every part of Pennsylvania. Families are faced with this challenge all throughout the commonwealth. This census is crucial in finding where we need to go, it’s a road map for us,” said Rendell.
The state budget has set aside $19.5 million for autism services.
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Posted on November 19, 2009 | No Comments | Category: Autism | Tags: Alzheimer's, Pennsylvania
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