Autism
International Rugby Match To Benefit Autism Research
Published in Mental Health Business Week, August 9th, 2008
Michelin announced that a part of the proceeds from each ticket to Michelin Challenge Rugby will benefit autism research being conducted at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). The international rugby match, to be held on Aug. 9 at Blackbaud Stadium in Charleston, features leading French rugby team ASM Clermont-Auvergne and the U.S. national team, the USA Eagles. ESPN Classic will broadcast the match live at 7 p.m. EDT.
"The latest research shows that autism affects one in 150 children and one in 94 boys. What's more, the costs to each family dealing with autism are in the millions of dollars, and continue to rise," said Herb Johnson, director of community...
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