In August 2026, a poll revealed that while 68% of U.S. adults rejected the vaccine-autism link, skepticism increased since 2021, with 32% unsure or believing the claim. Notably, 50% viewed HHS Secretary Kennedy favorably despite his anti-vaccine stance, raising concerns… Read More »New poll on vaccines and autism — most Americans say not linked
Professor Dorit Reiss examines some key issues and questions about the accusations against Andrea Shaw in her childrens’ deaths. There is a lot we don’t know, but the anti-vaccine world is still blaming vaccines.
Andrea Shaw claims vaccines killed her children. Evidence indicates she probably murdered them by suffocation.
The article discusses a proposed bill by Representatives Doggett and Smucker to enhance the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). The bill aims to improve compensation for vaccine-related injuries, including adding COVID-19 vaccines and increasing damage caps. Although it addresses important… Read More »Bipartisan bill to improve the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
Andrea Shaw claimed that her twin toddlers died because of vaccines given to them earlier. Instead, an Idaho grand jury indicted her for murder.
The Second Circuit Court of Appeals upheld New York’s repeal of religious vaccine exemptions following extensive legal arguments from Amish plaintiffs. The court concluded that the mandate serves public health interests, differentiating medical and religious exemptions. The case reflects ongoing… Read More »Court upholds NY repeal of religious vaccine exemption for school
A recent poll shows decreased support for vaccines and public health institutions, particularly the CDC. Trust in the CDC among Democrats sharply declined, while Republican trust increased. Many Americans believe vaccines are safe and support vaccination requirements for school, but… Read More »Poll shows lower support for vaccines and CDC among Americans
Merck settled recent Gardasil lawsuits for approximately $50 million, despite winning prior litigation, primarily to avoid high litigation costs. The settlement does not validate the plaintiffs’ claims, as studies show no link between Gardasil and their alleged conditions. The Vaccine… Read More »Explanation of the settlement of Gardasil lawsuits by Merck
A recent survey revealed that individuals who read the CDC’s revised statements on vaccines and autism expressed greater uncertainty about vaccine safety and were less likely to vaccinate their children. This shift in communication has led to decreased public trust… Read More »Survey shows that new CDC statements eroding trust in vaccines
The article, authored by law professor Dorit Rubinstein Reiss, discusses the Children’s Health Defense lawsuit against the American Academy of Pediatrics, alleging racketeering related to vaccine promotion. Reiss critiques these claims as baseless conspiracy theories lacking evidence, emphasizing that AAP’s… Read More »Children’s Health Defense sues AAP claiming advocating vaccines for children is racketeering