Physicians for Informed Consent
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PIC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational org that delivers data on infectious diseases and vaccines and unites doctors who support voluntary vaccination.
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Did you know the polio vaccine doesn’t prevent infection or transmission?
And there's more you should know about polio and IPV....
PIC created a Polio Disease Information Statement. It's worth reading.
You can find it here:
P.S. It's a quick read.
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Have you ever met someone with diphtheria? In the modern U.S., it's incredibly rare—especially for children. In fact, the annual risk of a child under 10 contracting a fatal case is about 1 in 1.7 million.
Get the full story here:
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We’re told the Hib vaccine is the safer choice—but did you know that hasn’t actually been proven? VAERS tracks some adverse events, but it’s too unreliable to compare against the actual risk of Hib.
Shouldn’t parents have real data? Here’s what you should know:
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Aluminum compounds are added to certain vaccines—but how much aluminum is actually considered unsafe?
It’s a question every parent deserves a clear answer to. Review the facts about aluminum exposure and the safety limits used to evaluate it at the link below. ⬇️
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What Does the Institute of Medicine Say About Hepatitis B Vaccine Safety?
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) has stated that “the evidence is inadequate to accept or reject a causal relationship” between the hepatitis B vaccine and certain severe side effects reported after vaccination.
This means there’s not enough data to confirm or rule out a connection—information every parent deserves to know when making informed health decisions.
Read more about it here:
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Flu shot facts you don’t often hear:
Yes, the vaccine may reduce flu cases—but studies also suggest it could raise the risk of other respiratory illnesses.
When you see the full picture, you can make the choices that feel right for your family’s health.. Start here:
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What should parents know about tetanus? It’s a bacterial infection transmitted primarily through contaminated wounds—it isn’t contagious and cannot spread from person to person. Symptoms can include muscle spasms and “lockjaw,” making it difficult to swallow or breathe.
It also has not been proven that the risk of permanent injury or death from the tetanus vaccine is lower than the risk from tetanus itself. Informed choices begin with understanding the disease, its risks, available treatments, and the vaccine. Review the facts here:
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Could the flu vaccine increase the risk of other respiratory illnesses? Research suggests its potential benefit may be outweighed by its negative effect on non-flu respiratory illness.
Get the facts and review the evidence before making your decision:
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How often does polio lead to permanent disability? Fewer than 1% of infections result in paralysis—and more than 84% of those affected recover without permanent disability.
It also has not been proven that the polio (IPV) vaccine is safer than polio itself. Review the scientific data on polio and the IPV vaccine:
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Ever looked at a vaccine package insert?
The manufacturer’s insert for the IPV (polio vaccine) notes that long-term animal studies on cancer risk or effects on fertility haven’t been done.
If you’re curious about the data behind vaccines and want to compare the risks of polio and the vaccine, here’s a resource to start with:
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What happens when a paper used to support the safety of aluminum in vaccines contains a crucial math error? PIC found that a widely cited 2011 FDA paper used the wrong absorption rate—resulting in an aluminum safety limit nearly eight times higher than the ATSDR’s.
“What is particularly striking is that despite all these errors, since 2011, Mitkus et al. is used by CDC and other entities as the basis for claiming aluminum adjuvants are safe,” said Dr. Christopher Shaw of the University of British Columbia.
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Most parents assume no rash means no measles—but that’s not always the case.
When antibody levels drop below 900 mIU/mL, kids can still have subclinical measles infections. That means they might experience mild symptoms like a low fever, sore throat, or cough—without the classic rash.
Learn more about how measles immunity changes over time: 👉
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FYI - Due to advancements in treatment and healthcare, the percentage of fatal cases of tetanus has declined to about six percent today.
Parents, want to learn more about the risks of tetanus vs. the risks of the DTaP vaccine? Here's a good resource:
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How much aluminum is safe to inject into a child’s body?
According to the ATSDR’s oral safety limit, no more than 1 microgram of aluminum per kilogram of body weight should enter the bloodstream per day.
But vaccines bypass the gut—meaning injected aluminum goes directly into the body.
Parents, it’s important to understand how these limits apply. Learn more about aluminum in vaccines here:
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Parents—have you seen the reports linking the hepatitis B vaccine to serious autoimmune conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and type 1 diabetes?
While these cases are rare, staying informed is essential when making health decisions for your child.
Here’s a resource that breaks it down:
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Did you know that common side effects of the hepB vaccine include fatigue/weakness, diarrhea, and fever? Seizures may also occur in about 1 in 1,300 children vaccinated with hep B.
Parents, you have every right to know the facts about vaccines so that you can make the best decision for your family. Ask your doctor questions and do your own research.
Here's a good resource for information on the hep B vaccine:
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Think the flu vaccine keeps hospitals less crowded? Think again! Research shows it doesn’t actually reduce hospital demand—and it may not even stop the spread of the flu.
Get the full story and explore the facts about flu vaccination here:
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Did you know most chickenpox cases clear up on their own with just rest and fluids?
For those with weakened immune systems, immune globulin is available if extra support is needed.
Know your options—more here:
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Is the polio vaccine safer than polio itself?
Aftereffects from polio are extremely rare in children at normal risk—so rare that clinical studies haven’t been able to prove the IPV vaccine causes fewer permanent injuries or deaths than the virus.
Parents, you deserve the facts.
Learn more about the inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) here::
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Tdap is a different formulation of DTaP for adults & older kids—but it carries similar limitations.
Parents, here’s what you need to know about both:
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