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Are Parents Getting the Full Story When It Comes to Vaccines? Top Pediatrician Shares the Vaccine Research We Need to Hear with Dr. Joel Warsh

Jun 25, 2025
Dr. Joel Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician in Los Angeles and founder of Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine, shares crucial insights on vaccine safety and efficacy. He emphasizes the need for transparent conversations surrounding vaccine ingredients and the importance of informed consent. Dr. Warsh highlights the research gaps regarding long-term health impacts and advocates for inclusive dialogues between pro and vaccine-critical perspectives. He also addresses rising vaccine hesitancy among parents and the ethical dilemmas in vaccine trials, urging a balanced approach to public health.
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INSIGHT

Non-Inert Vaccine Placebos

  • Vaccines are often tested against other vaccines, not inert placebos like saline.
  • This limits the ability to detect true side effects in safety research.
ADVICE

Support Informed Vaccine Consent

  • Provide parents with clear, unbiased information for truly informed consent.
  • Respect parental choice without forcing vaccine schedules.
INSIGHT

Pediatric Training on Vaccines

  • Pediatric training teaches vaccines as safe and effective without much critical questioning.
  • Personal curiosity and patient questions inspired deeper investigation into vaccine research.
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