Overview
Extensive research has shown no link between vaccines and autism rates, yet controversy persists. This comparison explores the science, the misinformation, and the implications for public health. The [[world-health-organization|World Health Organization]] and the [[centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention|Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]] have consistently reinforced the safety of vaccines. Meanwhile, the [[anti-vaccination-movement|anti-vaccination movement]] continues to promote theories linking vaccines to autism, despite the lack of scientific evidence.