There is no scientific evidence that autism is secondary to vaccines.
Have you ever wondered if diet soda causes obesity? I notice that overweight folks prefer diet drinks therefore there must be a link.
We have to be careful what conclusions we draw.
I didn't way there WAS, I said there's SUPPOSED to be. IF it's true, it's not much of a trade off.
Kay wrote:
"Have you ever wondered if diet soda causes obesity? I notice that overweight folks prefer diet drinks therefore there must be a link."
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Actually, there may be a link. Artificial sweeteners are generally a lot more "intense" than regular sugar. The body gets used to seeking that intensity, and so if you go from the artificial sweet in sodas, to the "normal" sweet of foods, those who drink a lot of soda tend to not have a good "that's sweet enough" shut-off point anymore. They'll over-sweeten with regular sugars, to the point of consuming even larger quantities of calories, seeking that same intensity. It messes with their body/brain "satisfaction" link.
But then, I'm anti-margerine, too. :)
Back to vaccines: I really do think there are better ways to get parents educated. Scare tactics either direction aren't useful. We've been blessed with some good health care professionals willing to help us find sensible solutions for OUR family (with the huge issues of vaccine sensitivity and all).
No, our kids don't follow "the schedule" put out by the pediatrician's office. But when a farm dog nipped my toddler's hand just before Thanksgiving, we made sure she was given a tetanus dose... tetanus alone, without diptheria or pertussis. The ER pharmacy didn't even stock it, but they were able to call around and get some in quickly. By isolating the one vaccination, we were pretty confident she'd be able to tolerate it without negative side effects, and that seems to have been the case.
We anticipate that by the time they're adults, they'll have had most of the major vaccinations, one at a time, spaced by months and years, and given after 2 weeks or so of increased immune system supportive nutrition. We also plan to test their titer levels of things like chickenpox--and if a good natural immunity exists, we won't inject them with that particular bug.
Informed consent takes WORK on the parent's part, and on the health care provider's part. For us, it's work well worth it. For my dear Sis-in-law, the blanket practices are fine and dandy. It's a very personal choice, and should be made thoughtfully, considering all the options, and what compromises are out there.