Today is World Autism Day

Autism is one of those inexplicable neurological diseases--one day the afflicted child is fine and then it's like the lights go out on their personality, emotions, and overall functioning. This must be a devastating disorder to parents and families of children who have been stricken. My heart goes out to anyone and everyone who has been touched by Autism.

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http://www.worldautismawarenessday.org/site/c.egLMI2ODKpF/b.3917065/

The Today Show: New Hope in Battle Against Cerebral Palsy

My mother brought to my attention that Dr. Nancy Snyderman was on The Today Show discussing the strides that have been made in the therapy and treatment of those afflicted with Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy is a neurological disorder that appears in infancy or early childhood; it affects movement and muscle coordination.

Dr. Snyderman mentioned how robotics are being used in working with people who have Cerebral Palsy. She also mentioned that under the Obama administration, extraordinary advances are being made in terms of stem cell research. How hopeful and exciting!

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