Medical Aficionado

The newest statistics reveal 1 in 88 or just over 1% of children are being born with an autistic spectrum disorder. What other medical disorder has this high of an occurrence yet is still so fundamentally misunderstood? I sure can’t think of one.

My favorite related organization – Autism Speaks – works hard and works smart towards educating and connecting families with autism resources. This organization has grown extremely quickly in the past several years and they do so much good in the world. Their fundraising is fueled by thousands of regular individuals creating ingenious campaigns to spread awareness to those around them. They truly have grassroots growth (a term that’s been stained by politics). It’s a rare opportunity to be part of something truly awesome, where the numbers are increasing by the day.