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Welcome to the Autism Society of WisconsinThe Autism Society of Wisconsin (ASW) is dedicated to improving the lives of all affected by autism in Wisconsin by providing information and referral, family support, advocacy, professional development, resource development, and by raising awareness and acceptance. ASW sponsors an annual spring and fall conference, a free quarterly newsletter, provides information and referral and monitors a peer support listserv. The Autism Society of Wisconsin is the voice for autism in Wisconsin, advocating for individuals with autism, their families and those who work with them. 1477 Kenwood Drive, Menasha, WI 54952 AnnouncementsCDC Releases New Autism Prevalence Numbers - On Thursday, March 29th, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its latest report that estimates 1 in every 88 U.S. children has autism. Previously, CDC estimations of autism's prevalence were about 1 in 110 children. Nationally, autism spectrum disorders are about five times more common among boys than girls – 1 in 54 boys, compared with 1 in 252 girls. See more
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