MMR vaccines
The main concern about the MMR vaccine is allegations of there being a connection with autism.
Sense is a charity which provides support to deaf-blind people, many of whom have been disabled by rubella. They have a good information resource on MMR research. Their policy briefing describes the history of the vaccine and the latest research on MMR. Read the briefing here:
MMR Policy Briefing
In February 2008, the National Library for Health reviewed an evaluation of the evidence base for measles vaccination and antibody response in autism spectrum disorders:
MMR vaccination and autism
The NHS also provides a factsheet about MMR:
NHS: MMR the facts
The National Autistic Society has a document on the myths around MMR:
National Autistic Society: myths
Last updated: February 07 2008
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