Health officials are bracing for a new wave of skepticism about the safety of childhood vaccines. The concern comes after the federal government admitted a connection between a young girl's autism and a series of vaccines she received as a baby. KPBS Reporter Kenny Goldberg has more.
The case involves a girl from Georgia who had severe reactions when she was vaccinated at 19-months-old. Doctors say the girl had a genetic disorder that was exacerbated by the vaccines. She eventually developed autism. Critics of vaccines have long claimed a link between the measles shot and autism. They argue this case proves their point. Public health officials say the girl's situation is extremely rare. Officials say childhood vaccines are very safe and effective.
A growing number of parents don't vaccinate their kids. A recent outbreak of measles in San Diego was triggered by an unvaccinated child who contracted the disease in Switzerland.
Kenny Goldberg, KPBS News.
