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Vittert: It's dangerous not to find the cause of autism | On Balance
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5:37Now PlayingLeland Vittert questions why finding the cause of autism isn’t a top scientific priority, given the staggering rise in diagnoses — from 1 in 150 children in 2000 to 1 in 31 today. He highlights new NIH director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who says scientists have been too afraid to even ask the question. Vittert also shares his own autism diagnosis and announces his upcoming book Born Lucky, aimed at offering hope to parents and kids facing challenges.
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