Chicago Department of Public Health Statement on CDC Website Changes
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) is aware of recent changes to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website that include misleading and scientifically unsupported suggestions of a link between vaccines and autism. CDPH strongly reaffirms that:
There is no credible scientific evidence linking vaccines to autism. This has been confirmed by numerous rigorous studies conducted over decades.
Spreading misinformation about vaccine safety undermines public trust and can lead to lower vaccination rates, putting individuals and communities at risk. It is also critical to support individuals living with autism and their families, instead of perpetuating harmful stigmas.
Vaccines are safe, effective, and essential tools in preventing serious and potentially life-threatening diseases.
Chicagoans should continue to rely on trusted health professionals—including pediatricians, primary care providers, and nurse practitioners—for accurate, evidence-based information about vaccines and other health matters. For more information on vaccines and how immunizations save lives, visit the CDPH website.
