Survey shows persisting fears among parents over autism
A small but significant percentage of US adults believe that child vaccines are a cause of autism, survey results show.
A small but significant percentage of US adults believe that child vaccines are a cause of autism, survey results show.
In a survey of 1,000 randomly selected adults conducted by the Florida Institute of Technology, 24% of respondents said that because vaccines may cause autism, it was safer not to have children vaccinated. An additional 19% were unsure regarding the link between child vaccines and autism.
Furthermore, 76% of respondents believe that scientists are not precisely sure about what causes autism.
Results of the survey were released at the Florida Insitute of Technology's 2008 Autism Conference on October 3.
New research finds significant challenges for children with disabilities in foster care
September 27th 2024A study presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics 2024 National Conference finds children with disabilities in foster care face lower permanency rates and higher mortality risks, calling for specialized support and interventions.
