Is Autism Caused by Vaccines?

June 6, 2025

No, vaccines do not cause autism. This has been studied extensively by scientists, doctors, and public health experts around the world.


The myth started with a 1998 study that falsely linked the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine to autism. That study was later discredited and retracted, and the author lost his medical license. Since then, dozens of large, high-quality studies have found no link between vaccines and autism.

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition believed to be caused by a combination of genetics and early brain development—not vaccines. In fact, delaying or avoiding vaccines can put your child at risk for preventable diseases.


At Inclusive ABA, we believe in science-backed care. We support families with compassionate, personalized ABA therapy in Nevada, Nebraska, and Colorado, helping children with autism build meaningful skills in communication, behavior, and daily life.


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SOURCES:


https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3136032/


https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/the-evidence-on-vaccines-and-autism


https://www.chop.edu/vaccine-education-center/vaccine-safety/vaccines-and-other-conditions/autism


https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-causes-autism


https://www.americanbrainfoundation.org/diseases/autism/

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