Study linking autism and MMR vaccine retracted
Twelve years after Dr. Andrew Wakefield published his research in The Lancet, an international medical journal, claiming that the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine causes autism, the journal formally retracted his paper yesterday (Feb. 2, 2010). The U.K. General Medical Council's Fitness to Practice Panel concluded that Dr. Wakefield provided false information in the report and acted with "callous disregard" for the children in the study. The council is considering if Dr. Wakefield is guilty of serious professional misconduct. A positive finding could cause him to lose his medical practice. Full story.
Parent Brochure Available from CDC on Seasonal and H1N1 Flu
A brochure for parents titled, Seasonal and 2009 H1N1 Flu: For Parents Who Have Children or Adolescents with High-Risk Medical Conditions is now available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The brochure provides specific information regarding what children are considered to be at risk.
Pediatricians answer your questions
Parents who are doing their homework on their child's vaccines can go directly to the experts for answers - without leaving home. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers a new series of audio interviews with pediatricians, researchers, advocates and other parents. Click here to view the interviews.
Speaking out for vaccines
Actress and new mom, Amanda Peet, urges parents to get the facts about immunizations. Click here to view her video and learn more.
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For a free copy of Ohio's Timely Immunization Schedule click here.