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Originally Posted by paulam
The latest research has shown no link between vaccines and autism. Some felt that the mercury levels used to preserve vaccines, particularly the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine was the culprit.
Although most studies and many reliable scientists reported no relationship, some parents refused to accept the findings. The preservatives now used contain very low levels of mercury, but, if anything, the diagnosis of autism has increased.
It is an enigma wrapped in a mystery. We are fortunate that our son is very high functioning, but it is still heartbreaking to realize he will never marry and have children. He leads a wonderful life filled with love and enjoyment and has so many wonderful, caring people in his life.
I would not trade a nanosecond of his life for a million years of someone else's. What a great, loving son. I don't know why I was selected for the honor of being his mother, but I thank G-d everyday for that.
Paula M
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As someone who used to give vaccines several times a day, 5-6 times a week, most vaccines now dont even have mercury in them as a preservative even at low levels. It is correct (atleast as of my resignation last year) that a couple of the vaccines still have mercury in them but the levels are so low coupled with the fact of the age in which they are given, it wouldnt have any effect on the incidence of autism. MMR, for example is not even given until the age of 1 year and the second time at the age of 4. Other vaccines are scheduled in boosters at 2, 4, 6, and 12 months of age with the exception of Hepatitis B which is first given at birth in the state of KY).
I dont think the rise of autism has anything to do with vaccines. I think it has to do with the overwhelming amount of preservatives/chemicals in our foods.