I heard that some vaccines can cause autism. Is this true?

No. Scientific studies and reviews have found no relationship between vaccines and autism.


Groups of experts, including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Institute of Medicine (IOM), also agree that vaccines are not responsible for the number of children now recognized to have autism.

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1. Is it okay for my baby to have so many shots at once?
2. Haven't we gotten rid of most of these diseases in this country?
3. I heard that some vaccines can cause autism. Is this true?
4. Why does my child need a chickenpox shot? Isn't it a mild disease?
5. My child is sick right now. Is it okay for her to still get shots?
6. How can I find out if thimerosal is in a vaccine?
7. I lost my child's immunization record. Can I get a copy of my child's shot record at Maricopa County?