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Raising awareness about autism

The Centers for Disease Control estimate an average of 1 out of 110 children have an autism spectrum disorder. Saturday is World Autism Awareness Day. WUFT-FM’s JoAnna Wise spoke with Marie Trempe the founder of Autism Oasis, a school for autistic children. She outlined what people should be more aware about when it comes to autistic children.

http://www.wuft.org/media/audio/AutismQA.mp3

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Joanna is a reporter who can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.