Former CDC official reacts to agency shifting stance on vaccines and autism

NPRFriday, November 21, 2025 at 9:42:15 AM
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Former CDC official reacts to agency shifting stance on vaccines and autism
  • The CDC has altered its messaging on vaccines and autism, suggesting that there may be overlooked links, which contradicts its previous stance that vaccines do not cause autism. This shift has drawn criticism from health experts, including former CDC official Demetre Daskalakis.
  • This development raises significant concerns regarding public trust in the CDC and its communications, especially in light of ongoing debates about vaccine safety and public health.
  • The renewed claims by the CDC reflect a broader trend of skepticism towards established scientific consensus on vaccines, potentially fueling misinformation and public hesitance towards vaccination.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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