As the measles outbreak continues to grow in the United States,
some parents refuse to vaccinate their children because they fear the measles
vaccine causes autism.
However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say
there is no correlation between the MMR vaccine and autism. Also, Huntsville
pediatrician Dr. Tim Stewart agrees with this.
Autism
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder typically characterized by impaired social and communication skills combined with repetitive movements.
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Tim Stewart is the immunization coordinator for the Alabama chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. "Everyone should go ahead with the vaccination and be immunized. The American Academy of Family Physicians, The American Academy of Pediatrics and the President recommend this," said Dr. Stewart.
The expert says fear that the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine
causes autism is unwarranted. "There is no connection between autism and the
measles vaccine, there is no connection," he said.
Source: Medindia
Source: Medindia
Rett Syndrome
Rett Syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects development. It mostly affects the girl child.
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A new study has found that video-based therapy for families with babies at risk of autism improves infants' engagement, attention and social behavior.
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