Searching for b/p & told files are perm. sealed??

Originally Posted By KimI was born in DC on 12/12/68, at Freidman's hospital. I have contacted several agencies, attorny's, etc and have been told that files in DC are permantly sealed and can't be opened unless I am basically dying and are in need of medical history. Has anyone else ever come across this!! What can I do? You can email me at holmes.k@tie-inc.com