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Keeping Important Paperwork Up to Date: A Checklist for Caregivers

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How is Autism Different in Women?

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Planning for Medical Emergencies

A detailed form that can be used to outline special considerations for making health care environments more manageable and comfortable for autistic adults

MGH Accommodations Care Plan

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Medical Specialists and What They Treat

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Get expert advice on the health issues common in autistic people.

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