Denver Health has reiterated its commitment to providing accurate, science-based information about vaccines amid concerns over recent changes on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website. The update from the CDC suggested that studies have not definitively ruled out a link between infant vaccines and autism, which Denver Health says contradicts decades of scientific research.
According to Denver Health, more than 25 years of rigorous studies involving millions of children worldwide have found no credible evidence connecting vaccines to autism. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has also criticized the CDC’s new wording and reaffirmed its support for vaccines as safe, effective, and vital for children’s health.
Denver Health expressed solidarity with the AAP, individuals with autism, and the broader community in combating misinformation and preventing outbreaks of diseases that can be prevented by vaccination. The organization emphasized its ongoing role in providing trusted guidance based on scientific evidence.
“Denver Health’s responsibility is to our patients and our community, and that means providing an empathetic listening ear and scientifically accurate information about vaccines,” said Joshua Williams, MD, a general pediatrician and vaccine expert. “As flu and RSV season intensifies, it is more important than ever for families to rely on their trusted providers and medical evidence, not misinformation.”
The organization stated it will continue contributing research and national leadership on vaccine safety to ensure access to reliable scientific information.
