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Setting the Record Straight on Autism

Monday, Apr 21, 2025

Recently, Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy made comments about autism and prevalence. His statements have drawn national attention because they do not reflect the facts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other researchers—many right here in North Carolina—have spent decades studying autism and sharing reliable, science-based information. The Autism Society of…

CDC Releases New Data on Autism Prevalence

Friday, Apr 18, 2025

On Tuesday, April 15, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its latest update on autism prevalence among 4- and 8-year-olds monitored through the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network. The data shows an increase in prevalence: 1 in 31 8-year-olds 1 in 34 4-year-olds   This is a rise from the…

Making Connections, Building Community for People with Autism

Monday, Apr 14, 2025

Autism Awareness Month is the perfect time to remind those impacted by autism about the may resources and supports available to them. At the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC), we know how vital it is for individuals with autism and their families to have access to services and programs. That’s why we offer so…

Visual representation of one and thirty-six people diagnosed with autism.

1 in 36 children may be diagnosed with autism nationally

40,000+ individuals and their families receive direct services annually in NC

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