Those fearing a possible outbreak of being exposed to dangerous diseases feel all should conform and receive immunizations for the safety as a nation. The numbers in immunization has dropped over time going back to the study conducted by Andrew Wakefield claiming there was a link between the MMR vaccine and autism with other side effects, which started a world wide controversial debate, pandemic, and a decrease in immunizations.
The first opposing view I discussed was that anti-vaccination is increasing in the U.S. due to the controversial debate link between immunization and autism by Andrew Wakefield. Refuting this opposing argument consist of:
➢ His claims and theories on the matter has been discredited due to his conflicting ideas that he failed to mention, manipulation of evidence, and failing to meet ethical codes. Wakefield has had his right to practice as a medical professional revoked and his claims are officially deemed as fraudulent (Health Guide, 2015).
➢ As a precaution and to promote immunizations the government has since removed all thimerosal from vaccinations 0-6 years old (Mayo Clinic, 2015). However, the numbers of autism are still