No evidence vaccines cause or are linked to autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says. About 1 in 36, or 2.8%, of children have been identified as having ASD, according to the most recent CDC estimates. The developmental disability is nearly four times more common among boys than girls. Over the years, many people have claimed that vaccines are linked to or cause ASD. Some people have specifically pointed to the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine as the culprit. A VERIFY reader asked if vaccines are linked to autism. THE QUESTION Are vaccines linked to autism? Read more: https://www.verifythis.com/article/news/verify/health-verify/no-evidence-vaccines-cause-linked-to-autism/536-b0d86803-a1ac-4e27-90a5-6e617dc8f29c ------------------------------ At VERIFY, we're answering your questions about what's true and false. Visit our website at verifythis.com If you've seen a viral claim online and you're not sure whether it's true, let us know! Email questions@verifythis.com or text us at 202-410-8808. Find us on social @verifythis. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verifythis Twitter: https://twitter.com/VerifyThis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verifythis/