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New Study Reinforces Measles Vaccine Not Linked to Autism

A new study confirms previous findings that there is no link between vaccinations and autism. The findings come after 162 people in the United States contracted measles this year.

by Christine Ayala

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A new study confirms previous findings that there is no link between vaccinations and autism. The findings come after 162 people in the United States contracted measles this year alone. Reluctance by some parents to have their children vaccinated is considered a possible cause of the widespread nature of the outbreak. (HealthDay)

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