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Is it true that vaccines can do more harm than good?i read that it lowers the immune system and can cause things like adhd what's vaccine side effects?

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Not usually: Universally, vaccines have had a wonderful impact on global health. Individually, there is always a risk of an adverse effect, that can be severe. I would argue that typically, the immune system is stronger with vaccines, due to an enhanced protection from disease. Adhd is far more likely to be caused by other genetic and environmental factors than vaccines.

Answered 3/22/2015

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No.: The answer is no! like when you naturally come in contact with chicken pox ; then can never get it again because your immune system learns to fight the virus, vaccines similarly boost your immune system. And there is no connection betw vaccines ; adhd, autism, etc. Etc. If you really want to know how important vaccines are, search online for pics ; info about the diseases we vaccine against!

Answered 5/10/2017

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Vaccines: The science behind vaccines is overwhelmingly positive. Although there could be rare people who have reactions, they definitely save lives, usually of children, but adults also. Those leading the anti-vaccine movement are basing their arguments on fear alone without evidence to back it up, and they are guilty of causing harm and even the needless deaths of unvaccinated kids.

Answered 5/12/2017

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