Awareness programmes on autism held

Local administration and healthcare providers observed World Autism Awareness Day with a host of activities on Wednesday.

As part of an awareness programme held at the District Early Intervention Centre (DEIC), Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital (MGMGH) in Tiruchi on Wednesday, parents were advised to observe their children’s developmental milestones carefully and seek early medical attention in case they were delayed.

The programme, co-hosted by Indian Academy of Pediatrics – Tiruchi branch, with the Departments of Pediatrics and Psychiatry, MGMGH, was held on this year’s theme ‘Empowering Autistic Voices’.