London School of Economics and Political Science revealed high costs An estimated 600,000 children and adults in the UK are said to be affected Quarter of sufferers unable to talk, and 85 per cent do not work full time
By Jenny Hope
Published: 19:37 EST, 9 June 2014 | Updated: 04:40 EST, 10 June 2014
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Hugely costly: An estimated 600,000 children and adults in the UK are affected by ASD and genetic factors play a role in its development (file picture)
Autism is the most costly medical condition in Britain, say researchers.
It costs the UK 32 billion a year - more than heart disease, cancer and stroke combined.
Researchers at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) have produced the most comprehensive estimate yet of treatment, lost earnings, care and support costs for children and adults with autism.
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32billion bill for autism, Britain costliest condition: Total cost of treatment, care and support is more then heart ...