pres debate & autism - LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD

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On Jan. 15th, MSNBC is moderating a debate and they are accepting questions now for possible use. I'm tired of Autism getting a back seat to stories of whether or not an athlete has taken performance enhancing drugs. Now is our chance to be heard. To submit an Autism Spectrum related question, please go to:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22574335

I'm hoping if enough of us flood them with ASD questions, ASD will make it on the debate or at least, make them rethink their coverage priorities. Write about something that is close to your heart and perhaps educate them in the process:e.g. Lack of insurance coverage, etc. etc.

All the best, Jill

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Here's my question. Thanks for the info Jessie.

Are you aware that there are many new and effective treatments for Autism Spectrum problems that are unfortunately not covered by Medicaid, Medicare or most insurance companies?

Would you support a bill for Medicaid and Medicare to cover these therapies, since children/adults with autism getting well are government money-savers in the long run, in addition to being a tremendous help to already beleaguered parents.

Thank you

In a message dated 1/16/2008 11:44:41 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, jessiebeauvais@... writes:

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On Jan. 15th, MSNBC is moderating a debate and they are accepting questions now for possible use. I'm tired of Autism getting a back seat to stories of whether or not an athlete has taken performance enhancing drugs. Now is our chance to be heard. To submit an Autism Spectrum related question, please go to:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22574335

I'm hoping if enough of us flood them with ASD questions, ASD will make it on the debate or at least, make them rethink their coverage priorities. Write about something that is close to your heart and perhaps educate them in the process:e.g. Lack of insurance coverage, etc. etc.

All the best, Jill

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