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We’ve got lots of mail to sort through this week. That’s because we covered a number of thought-provoking topics: a new blood test that can detect Down Syndrome earlier in pregnancy; MIT’s plan to revitalize Kendall Square in Cambridge; and reactions of local young Egyptians to the clashes in Cairo.

We open the Radio Boston mailbag to hear from you.

  • Peter Gelinas

    The blood tests aren’t always accurate. We had a Positive AFP sign for Downs with our first child and declined the Amniocentesis due to risk of induced miscarriage. Ultrasounds also gave one of three indicators for the presence of Downs Syndrome. We didn’t ‘play roulette’ despite the OB’s suggestion of the option to “terminate”. Our Oldest daughter is healthy after all. She would have been a joy as well had she had Downs, as we would have found the love and support needed in raising her.

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