- Providing ABA therapy in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Throughout North Carolina.
- Providing ABA therapy in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Greensboro, and Throughout North Carolina.
No, vaccines do not cause autism. This claim has been widely studied and consistently debunked by leading health organizations, including the CDC, WHO, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
The myth began with a 1998 study that was later retracted due to serious flaws and ethical violations. Since then, large-scale research involving hundreds of thousands of children has found no link between vaccines and autism.
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition likely caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Early signs usually appear before age 3, regardless of vaccination status.
Vaccines are safe and critical in preventing serious diseases. Choosing not to vaccinate can put your child and others at risk for preventable illnesses.
At Kids N Heart, we focus on providing evidence-based ABA therapy to support children with autism in reaching their full potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can the MMR vaccine cause autism?
No. Multiple studies confirm that the MMR vaccine does not cause autism.
2. Why do some people still believe vaccines cause autism?
Misinformation from a discredited study continues to spread online.
3. What causes autism?
Autism is likely caused by genetic factors and early brain development differences.
Sources:
- https://www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safety/about/autism.html
- https://www.who.int/groups/global-advisory-committee-on-vaccine-safety/topics/mmr-vaccines-and-autism
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