Vaccines - Tucson, AZ

S.,
I am currently working on obtaining this kind of info. I currently have a list of diseases that are most commonly vaccinated against, with the details of complications, stats on that, known side effects of the vaccines, and stats on the frequncy of those. I also have some of the brand names of the common vaccines used. I'm putting together a comprehensive list of those, with ingredients included, but it's not finished yet. I'm just doing it in my spare time. All the info I have collected so far is straight from the CDC, and the vaccine info will be straight from the vaccine manufacturers. I believe in getting info srtaight from the source, since there's a lot of questionsable stuff out there. As far as health of immunized versus un-immunized kids, you won't find it. Almost all health-related studies are funded by the government or drug companies (which are really one-in-the-same), so you aren't going to find those studies, since both entities insist on vaccinating. I personally started selectively vaccinating after my son was diagnosed with tourettes & sensory processing disorder, both which started after a round of vaccines. We eventually stopped vaccinating altogether. I am not a crusader for not immunizing. I recognize the benefits, as well as the risks. I feel that the drug companies greed has ovestepped their concern for health, and that parents need to be more fully informed of risks. (for example, if there is a history of strong food allergies, a child should wait, as there are eggs, gelatin, and chicken allergens in many vaccines.) Anyway, when I get my "research" paper done, I'm happy to send it to you. And by the way, they still use mercury in some flu shots, so if you're worried about autism, definitely avoid those! I'd be careful with the info you get online. a lot of the sights are selling something, and many are headed up by people who are very emotional about the issue, and will put up numbers without confirming them.
I do have a greta article written by a doctor that talks about how the immune system develops, and the effect that vaccines have aon a developing immune system.
let me know by email if you're interested in any of this, or have any questions that maybe i can answer.

S.,

First of all KUDOS to you for researching your rights and options! As a mom to four (one with autism) we opted not to vaccinate our other three children, and we have used the the school's waiver forms and have a supportive pediatrician. Our three un-vaccinated kids are healthy, smart and thriving!! I have a research paper on the vaccines/statistics, etc if you'd like it, just let me know and I can email it to you as an attachment. A Great book is, "A Shot in the Dark"

There are also some great sites with ingredient info and more:

http://www.drgreene.com/21_644.html

http://www.whale.to/vaccines.html

http://vaccinationnews.com/DailyNews/June2001/VaccineIngr...

http://www.vaccinesafety.edu/package_inserts.htm

http://www.whale.to/a/bystrianyk3.html

http://www.chiropracticresearch.org/NEWSdoctors_group_vac...

http://momsagainstmercury.com/

Hi S.-

I would highly recommend the book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Children's Vaccinations" by Stephanie Cave. It's written by a pediatrician who has first-hand experiences with both sides of the spectrum. It also has a list of ingredients in each vaccinations, and a ton of info on the pros and cons of each side. I like it because although it leans towards the "vaccinations may be dangerous side", there's a lot of sound facts and figures regarding the dangers on BOTH sides, not just one. The author's not a huge advocate of vaccinating, but still gives a very informative recommendation on which ones to give and when to give them if it's something you choose to do.

It's difficult to get statistics on exact numbers regarding autism, but here's a very interesting article you may want to peek through regarding causes of autism... it says up to 70% of cases may be caused by vaccines:
http://www.health-reports.com/autism.html?engine=overture...

There's a lot of women in Tucson who choose not to vaccinate, and many who choose to pick only the ones they feel are necessary and do them on a very delayed schedule. In other words, you are not alone at all in your quest for answers! I do agree with the previous post- if you choose not vaccinate, take the lifestyle changes necessary for protecting your child as well. Good luck with your research/decision, and kudos for questioning what most people never consider!

T.

There is a book by Dr. Bob Sears called The Vaccine Book. it was just published last fall and it is a good, current source of info about all the childhood vaccines and some others, including manufacturers, ingredients and methods, information about side effects, and pros and cons of the various vaccines and vaccination schedules. I just bought it for my sister as she also has some concerns (she is having her first baby in June). It is evidence-based and very balanced, please take a look at it.
Most of the websites out there are biased one way or the other about vaccination and it is nearly impossible to get a good picture from them, I have tried! This book is the best source I have found. The Sears family are very attachment-parenting oriented and, while not perfect, do a good job with their research. Good luck!

mercola.com is a good source of information lots of article and videos. Dr Tenpenny has done extensive research on vaccinations also. You can do a search on mercola.com to get her information.

I stopped having my oldest daughter vaccinated at age six and have not had my two boys vaccinated so far. I don't know if the information on merola.com will have the exact information you are seeking, but will give you enough information to make an informed choice. I am very comfortable with my choice not to vaccinate even in the face of pediatricians who use horror stories of watching children die of x disease that could have been prevented with a vaccination to try to persuade me.

Please consider alternative medicine and Dr Mercola's dietary recommendations if you choose not to vaccinate. You can't expect your kids to have a strong immune system if you feed them the standard American diet. Not vaccinating is a lifestyle choice.