What are some of the most common myths and misconceptions about vaccines?

 

What are some of the most common myths and misconceptions about vaccines?

There are several common myths and misconceptions about vaccines:

• Myth: Vaccines are not effective. 
• Fact: Vaccines are highly effective at preventing disease. Many vaccines are more than 90% effective at preventing disease after a full series of doses.

• Myth: Vaccines are not safe. 
• Fact: Vaccines are carefully tested and monitored for safety before they are licensed for use. While no medical product is complete without risk, the benefits of vaccines far outweigh the risks.

• Myth: Natural immunity is better than vaccine-induced immunity. 
• Fact: While it is true that natural infection may provide longer-lasting immunity than some vaccines, this immunity is often achieved at the cost of severe illness or death. Vaccines provide immunity without the risk of serious illness or death.

• Myth: Vaccines can cause autism. 
• Fact: This myth originated from a study that has been thoroughly debunked and thoroughly and repeatedly proven to be false. Multiple large-scale studies involving hundreds of thousands of children have found no link between vaccines and autism.

• Myth: It is better to get the disease and become immune naturally than to get vaccinated. 
• Fact: While it is true that natural infection may provide longer-lasting immunity than some vaccines, this immunity is often achieved at the cost of severe illness or death. Vaccines provide immunity without the risk of serious illness or death. In addition, vaccines can help protect those who are unable to develop immunity due to age or underlying medical conditions.