Health Basics QUIZ: Which has killed more people, measles or the measles vaccine?

Surely you are paranoid about infectious diseases. You’ve seen horrific pictures of children with poliomyelitis, mumps, and even smallpox. You’ve heard that the science is “settled” as far as vaccines go, and that they are one hundred percent safe and effective. You’ve also never seen any media coverage of vaccine side effects or adverse events … Continue reading Health Basics QUIZ: Which has killed more people, measles or the measles vaccine?

What are the Dangers of the MMR Vaccine?

The measles vaccine has initiated a grand debate about immunization. A recent outbreak in the United States has reignited the concern over an illness that, although relatively harmless in most cases, has been somewhat nonexistent in recent years. [1] Concerns over vaccines and autism appear to have resulted in the decline of vaccination rates, possibly contributing to … Continue reading What are the Dangers of the MMR Vaccine?