Leila de Lima files bill for national autism care program

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Leila de Lima filed a bill proposing a national program for autism diagnosis and treatment. House Bill 6577, the "Autism Care Act," aims to ensure persons with autism receive comprehensive care, including mandatory Philhealth coverage and annual epidemiological surveys. The bill also seeks to establish an Autism Council, mandate training for health personnel, and prohibit discrimination in education and employment for individuals with autism.


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