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Vaccines vs Autism Spectrum Disorder: Separating Fact from Fiction

Vaccines vs Autism Spectrum Disorder: Separating Fact from Fiction

Extensive research has shown no link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorder, yet misinformation persists. This comparison explores the science, the contr

Overview

Extensive research has shown no link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorder, yet misinformation persists. This comparison explores the science, the controversy, and the facts behind the vaccine-autism debate, including the role of [[andrew-wakefield|Andrew Wakefield]] and his retracted paper. The [[world-health-organization|World Health Organization]] and other major health authorities have consistently reinforced the safety of vaccines, citing large-scale epidemiological research.