CDC plans to study potential link between vaccines and autism: report
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HHS spokesperson said the 'CDC will leave no stone unturned'
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Published March 7, 2025 5:57pm EST



The CDC plans to launch a study into potential links between vaccines and autism, according to Reuters.  (iStock)

"The CDC will leave no stone unturned in its mission to figure out what exactly is happening," the HHS spokesperson said.

 wrote, in part, "We have a shared responsibility to protect public health. This includes ensuring that accurate information about vaccine safety and efficacy is disseminated."



The CDC acknowledges there is parental concern about possible connections between autism and vaccines. (Pavlo Conchar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

"Historically, the agency has maintained that no such connection exists, citing robust but outdated studies," she said.

 

"This move could signal an effort to address persistent skepticism, though it’s bound to reignite controversy."



In his recent op-ed for Fox News Digital about the measles outbreak, published by Fox News Digital,  wrote, in part, "We have a shared responsibility to protect public health. This includes ensuring that accurate information about vaccine safety and efficacy is disseminated."

"We must engage with communities to understand their concerns, provide culturally competent education, and make vaccines readily accessible for all those who want them," Kennedy added.



Reuters contributed reporting to this article.
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