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CDC Update Sparks Vaccine-Autism Debate, States React

11/22/2025

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its website to imply a potential link between vaccines and autism, despite a lack of scientific evidence.
The update is part of vaccine guidance revisions overseen by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
In response, several Democratic-led states are implementing measures to safeguard vaccine access and counter misinformation.

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Story summary

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its website to imply a potential link between vaccines and autism, despite a lack of scientific evidence.
The update is part of vaccine guidance revisions overseen by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
In response, several Democratic-led states are implementing measures to safeguard vaccine access and counter misinformation.