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This was a moving Video. I hope we can prevent autism. "About.com" gives a balanced view of the controversy on vaccines and autism: http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/a/dovaccines.htm The CDC and other big organizaitons say there is no link between and vaccines and autism. When presented with individual cases of normal children that regressed immediately after their vaccine, they dismiss it as anecdotal. There problem is that there are tens of thousands of such anecdotes. I saw it happen myself to a friend of mine. He was progressing normally until one day, about a year old, he had lots of vaccines all at once. Sickness and developmental regression set it immediately. There is at least one court case now where a man has won damages for autism caused by vaccines--the the ruling is limited in nature: http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/news/20080306/dad-in-autism-vaccine-case-speaks-out I have a child who has never had any vaccines. I remember getting upset with him because he acted like he did not know how to blow his nose when he was nine years old--until I realized that he had never had a cold between age 2 and 9.
posted by Norman Edwards on 3/10/08 8:53: PM

absolutely beautiful
posted by melody watson on 3/10/08 8:15: PM

Very nice video but unfortunate at the same time, not only for the little girl but the fact that we live in a country where health coverage has become not only more costly but harder to receive. We live in a country where it is now more important to take care of others before our own. My only wish is that someday the people who made this wonderful video and all the people who posted comments will one day stand as one and say "we've had enough"!! Let's give Claudia and all the children a fair chance and a bright future. God Bless.
posted by scott on 3/10/08 7:43: PM

This is fantastic! Keep up the good work!
posted by Maria on 3/10/08 4:02: PM

Beautifully done. I hope that this video will inspire and accomplish it's mission. You remain in my prayers and I shall tell everyone I know about this website.
posted by Toni Lucas on 3/10/08 2:06: PM

I was told about this site by Claudia's grandmother at TJ Maxx yesterday. She stopped me as she overheard me speaking to my 23 mth old daughter to tell me what a gift I have because I am able to talk back and forth with her as she has a granddaughter that cannot speak. She proceeded to tell me about this site and share thoughts of Claudia. I left that conversation reminding myself of my gift and thinking of this little girl without a voice. I want her to know that I think she has a gift too; this little girl is amazing and beautiful and is such a gift to everyone who views this video. She is speaking for autism in ways unimaginable, she does have a voice. I am so thankful for those few minutes to learn about Claudia and this opportunity to see her story. I'll keep this entire family in my prayers. Thank you to Claudia and her grandmother for giving me a wonderful gift.
posted by Hannah on 3/10/08 11:50: AM

Thank you so much for this beautiful video. I am spechlees and only my tears can communicate how much this video means to me. I have a 6 years old son with autism and I feel comforted to know that someone cares.
posted by Gioconda D. Burdick on 3/10/08 9:48: AM

Thank you so much for this beautiful video. I am spechlees and only my tears can communicate how much this video means to me. I have a 6 years old son with autism and I feel comforted to know that someone cares.
posted by Gioconda D. Burdick on 3/10/08 9:48: AM

Claudia is beautiful! My 10.5 yr old son David, was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome and ADHD this past summer. He has many obstacles in his path and school is not easy for him. He was also diagnosed with CAPD, Central Auditory Processing Disorder when he was 8. We have known he was on a different path from the time he was an infant. His development was delayed in many areas. Mostly in language and physical milestones such as walking, sitting up, etc. I took him and got him services thru the state by the time he was 2.5 yrs. He was in a public school at the age of 3. Insurance companies won't pay for the costly therapies but will usually pay for the diagnosis. This is messed up for many families because they can't afford the therapy. Just being an advocate for your child can be overwhelming. I know why he is my child...I CAN and DO speak up for him. He is worth the time and energy to get his needs met. He is my special child!
posted by Diana on 3/10/08 9:37: AM

While I was watching this video, I was reminded of my brother Kyle, who was diagnosed with mild spectrum Autism when he was 4. These children never ask for anything. They just live their lives as best they know how. I am very pleased to see that there are more adults out there who feel the same way as I do. That it is our job to help protect, teach, and change the current standards for these kids. I love my brother and do whatever I can to help him, as well as other's who are in the same situation. Bravo to you.
posted by Courtney on 3/10/08 6:06: AM

I'm speachless! I's so sad how red tape effects us.To bad we can't make it manditory for all law makers to haave to watch videos of the nature.
posted by Tod Salvador on 3/09/08 9:28: PM

wow u made me cry! This is so depressing
posted by Dominique Palafox on 3/09/08 8:46: PM

Wow!! I am left tears and hope for more awareness.
posted by CYNTHIA on 3/09/08 7:59: PM

I wish everyone's heart was as big as yours.
posted by Jodi on 3/09/08 6:47: PM

Wow!!! This was amazing..i am sending this on to all my friends. I am impressed that you are willing to donate for this cause. Wonderful!
posted by Cindy Butzier on 3/09/08 4:32: PM

Hello everyone that is directly or indirectly affected by Autism. There is hope and do not give up.Ever! My son Mathew was diagnosed with Autism at 18mos just after his MMR shot. We had a DAN "Defeat Autism Now" doctor in Melbourne,Fl and saw great strides but very slow ones. Mathew was we found out about Chinese Medicine and accupressure along with diet and have seen more things in 3 months than we have seen in 2 years! Do not give up on none FDA approved protocols. If they can't make money on it the FDA will not approve it. Stop being so naieve. We have been using a great book that could be one of the best books on recovering your child from Autism. The name is "Say Good-Bye to Allergy-Related Autism with NAET. You can do a Google search and research what you like but if I can help one family or one child I have done my work. God Bless and Good Luck. Mathew will turn 5 on Tuesday, makes his bed, brushes his teeth, clothes himself, cleans his room without promps, and speaks in clear sentences. We have him in a VE class and his teacher can't believe how fast he is progressing and will be mainstreamed next year. I will say what we do requires a great deal of discipline but you can do it if you try. Its all inside you to do it if you oversee a little one with this disorder. God bless.
posted by Mark on 3/09/08 2:04: PM

This is the second time I've seen this video, and it hit me very hard emotionally. My 5 year old son has Autism, so of course it hits too close to home. I hope that someday they can find out exactly what causes Autism, and maybe even cure it. But only time will tell.
posted by Jen on 3/09/08 12:10: PM

Here's hoping more little girls like Claudia and my sweet daughter, Lauren, get the love and support they need to show the world who they truly are, and stop suffering from this awful disorder.
posted by Linda on 3/09/08 11:29: AM

This video moved me to tears... My best friend's son, Jeremy, has autism as well as two dear male friends' daughters (who are both severely autistic). Until recently, autism had no face, no voice... We all need to step up to the plate and advocate early intervention, especially insurance companies. Would we let children suffer with cancer, diabetes, MS, etc??? Let us not let them suffer in silence with autism. I love you Jeremy, Hailey Jo and Sloane...
posted by Tina on 3/09/08 11:05: AM

great job
posted by katelynn on 3/09/08 10:51: AM