Thimerosal / Autism

An alarming trend of increased autism rates in young children is being reported across the country. From California to New Jersey, more and more parents are being told that their youngster suffers from a serious neurological disorder.

Thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative commonly used in childhood vaccinations, is believed to be the culprit. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the U.S. Public Health Service issued a joint statement in 1999 warning the public to monitor mercury intake.

Babies are receiving more vaccinations since the early 1990's, when new recommendations for hepatitis B and HIB vaccines were issued. While an individual vaccine alone may be safe, some children receive up to 15 vaccinations in their first two years. The combined level of mercury can be toxic, particularly during this critical stage of mental and physical development.

Autism is a frightening disease characterized by poor speech development, short attention span and lack of interest in play. Children suffering from autism do not develop normal social skills, making them reclusive and unable to integrate into society.

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Types of Thimerosal / Autism Risks

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established federal guidelines for safe levels of mercury within the human body. Many young children receive excessive amounts of mercury from multiple vaccinations, at which point they experience the autism-like symptoms of mercury poisoning.

A partial listing of recommended childhood vaccinations, along with the associated brand names, are listed below:

• DTaP - Certiva (NAP), Acel Imune (W-L), Tripedia (PMC)
• DT, Pediatric - All manufacturers
• Hepatitis B - Engerix (SKB), Recombivax (Merck)
• Hib - HibTiter (W-L)
• Influenza - All manufacturers
• IPV
• MMR
• OPV
• Pneumococcal - Pnu-Immune (W-L)
• Td, Adult - All manufacturers
• Varicella

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