Health | autism 1 in 88 Kids Have Autism CDC estimate is double what it was a decade ago By Kate Seamons Posted Mar 29, 2012 9:30 AM CDT Copied In this Dec. 21, 2011, photo, Joe Hill and his wife Sandy relax with their sons Gunnar, 3, left, and Deacon, 4, who both have autism. (AP Photo/The Virginian-Pilot, Preston Gannaway) The CDC released new autism estimates today, and the numbers are pretty scary: About 1 in 88 kids have autism, according to the report. That's up 25% from the CDC's 2006 analysis, and twice the reach officials said it had a decade ago, reports Reuters. The AP adds that officials say the increase is due mainly to broader screening and improved diagnosis. Read These Next Minneapolis shooter had a plan—and grievances. American Taylor Townsend gets an earful after her US Open win. Jay Cutler can't avoid jail in DUI case. Belichick's girlfriend is embracing 'gold digger' idea. Report an error