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CDC's Vaccine-Autism Claims Spark Backlash Amid Outbreaks

11/28/2025

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revised its vaccine and autism webpage to imply vaccines may contribute to autism, triggering backlash.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the change, drawing criticism.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Autism Science Foundation criticized the move, citing studies of millions of children showing no link.
Experts warn the shift could worsen vaccine hesitancy amid measles outbreaks.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revised its vaccine and autism webpage to imply vaccines may contribute to autism, triggering backlash.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the change, drawing criticism.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Autism Science Foundation criticized the move, citing studies of millions of children showing no link.
Experts warn the shift could worsen vaccine hesitancy amid measles outbreaks.