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The Anti-Vaccine Movement

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The Vaccine-Autism Controversy

This chapter explores the significant moment in vaccine discourse stemming from Andrew Wakefield's 1998 paper linking the MMR vaccine to autism. It contrasts perspectives from a congressional hearing, showcasing the divide between proponents of Wakefield's claims and those debunking them, while addressing ongoing issues of vaccine misinformation.

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