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"A statistically significant connection" was found between thimerosal and tics, verbal delays and ADHD/ADD and autism.

Thimerosal is an organic mercury-based preservative used in vaccines.

The link between autism and vaccines is still being hotly contested by government officials, but is there a conflict of interest that overrides the good of the people in these studies?

Little do people know that since the 1930s, all childhood vaccines contained Thimersol, which is an organic mercury compound. Can this explain various neurological problems children have now?

Many parents believe that their children developed autism or other neurological problems because of the MMR vaccines.

It is past time for the parents of young children to demand answers about the suspected link between autism and vaccines. This affliction is growing at an alarming rate.

The following is an overview of the health risks associated with childhood immunizations weighed against the health benefits.

Parents of Autistic children go before the courts to ask for a ruling supporting the belief that standard childhood vaccines cause Autism. The basis of these arguments is examined here.

Autism is strikingly similar to mercury poisoning. Why is the government so adamant that there is no connection? I'll go over the history of mercury related illness and its connection to autism.

A mother of a child with autism tells her story of what happened, how they are dealing with it, and the sacrifices they have had to make to care for their son.

Once again, this morning I woke up to find that the media was claiming that childhood vaccinations are in no way related to the high incidents of Autism! What gives?

Dr. James R. Shannon, former director of the National institute of health declared, "the only safe vaccine is one that is never used."

A new study has proven that 1% of autism cases are genetic and some media outlets are using that to vindicate environmental causes such as vaccines raising more questions than giving answers to in the autism community.

You've heard all the arguments about autism and its alleged link to thimerosal, a common mercury-based preservative in childhood vaccines. Now, learn what REALLY happened after Denmark outlawed this "poison" a decade ago.

The mainstream press is widely reporting a new study "disproving" any link between autism and mercury-containing thimerosal in vaccines. The study was published in a medical journal stacked full of ads from the very same drug companies that manufacture and market vaccines.

Two new studies indicate mercury in vaccines is not the cause for an increased rate of autism. A genetic defect has been determined to cause autism.

Why use a substance as toxic as Thimerosal in our vaccines when it is not needed.

In recent years, chelation therapy has been touted by several alternative practitioners as a cure for autism. The use of chelation therapy for children with autism is based on the belief that autism is either caused or aggravated by mercury poisoning.

Despite reports refuting links between childhood vaccinations and autism, many questions still are unanswered.

Many women who have had the pleasure of bringing a newborn baby home from the hospital know the sinking feeling a new mommy gets when it is time to let a nurse vaccinate her child for the first time.

Immunization of children is a very hot and controversial topic these days. Whether or not you choose to immunize your child, there are risks involved on both sides of the issue.

For adults over age 65, there is a need to continue practicing good preventative health with the use of vaccinations and immunizations as described.

My sons experience with testing process for heavy metals while being treated for Autism

With increased population and travel the need for new vaccinations changes often.

In researching to discover if there could be a link between autism and mercury, I did some searching on Autism Among the Amish and Mercury

If you've been vaccinated against a disease, how can you get the disease?

The United States spends more than any other country on health insurance, yet 9 million children go insured.

Neurological disorders like ADHD and autism have exploded in the last 25 years and so have the number of recommended vaccinations for children. A recent study compared vaccinated to unvaccinated children with surprising answers.

Mercury poisoning can be mis-diagnosed as allergies, Alzheimer's, anxiety, asthma, colitis, bipolar disease, lupus, Parkinson's disease, insomnia, or multiple sclerosis.

Since California's ban on mercury in vaccines didn't take effect until December 2006, it is premature to draw any conclusions.

Today's vaccines are often made using cell-lines derived from an aborted fetus. Exploring why and what that means for pro-life families.

This paper discusses how safe vaccinations are for children to receive. It briefly discusses the negative side of vaccines.

There are strong arguments for and against childhood vaccinations. This article explores those arguments.

There are a number of vaccines available to your pet to help prevent the most common and serious of pet illnesses. These are a good idea whether your cat stays in the house or roams free about your yard or community.

It is unlikely that that the battles over vaccines and autism will end.

One in 166 children will be diagnosed with autism, or at least that is what it was for the past few years. The Center for Disease Control is now reporting that the once believed 1 in 166 is now 1 in 150 children.

Parents worried about the safety of childhood vaccines can breathe a little easier. While many have tried to link a compound in childhood vaccines to alarming increases in autism diagnoses, a new study points to other causes.

According to an AARP study, whites are more likely to receive vaccines than African American or Hispanic adults.

Have you ever wondered what the lettering of the vaccines your pets receive mean?

Jenny McCarthy went on Oprah telling the world that autism can be reversed in children. Find out how she says it can be done and learn about her new book.

Vaccinations. They are a fact of newborn life that more and more parents are choosing to forgo.

Are vaccinations safe or effective? Is the risk of not vaccinating higher than the risk of vaccinating? Here are the facts.

Do you know what you are pumping into your children when you allow a physician to administer a vaccine? Research and education are the key to keeping our children safe and healthy.

We have all heard about the risks of having our children vaccinated. We have also heard that they work. There are many things to take into consideration before deciding . . .

It is estimated that 300,000 new cases of hepatitis B are discovered each year in the United States alone. More than one million people carry the virus in their blood. There are close to 5,000 hepatitis B related deaths that occur each year in the United States

I knew from the first day we brought our new black labrador retriever puppy home that she was something special. We got her from a very respectable breeder in our area and she was the perfect specimen of her breed, and still is.

In a perfect world, governments would look after their citizens. Governments would not accept bribes in the form of money or "donations" to further the agenda of unscrupulous industries and businesses who do not have the best interests of the American public at heart.

Don't let fear-mongering crackpots keep you from protecting your children from potentially deadly childhood diseases like polio and measles. Before you decide not to vaccinate, get the facts.

Immunizations or vaccines play a vital role in keeping your child safe from certain diseases.

Cancer patients have weakened immune systems. All cancer patients should talk with their doctors about the importance of getting flu and pneumonia vaccinations, but a recent study shows that few people get these shots.

Influenza is a contagious outbreak that starts in late fall & winter. Vaccinations & FluMist reduces contracting the flu. Recommended "priority groups' receive vaccines before October 24, 2005. Side effects are possible.

This paper examines the legality of mandatory anthrax vaccinations for U.S. military personnel. It discusses the anthrax disease, the threat posed by anthrax, the vaccine, and the legal arguments for and against mandatory vaccination.

Many of the vaccines being given to children seem very unnecessary. It is odd how most of us grew up with just a few vaccines for just a few very serious diseases such as Polio and Small Pox.

Vaccines may contain live virus, poisons, even aborted human fetal cells. Knowing what ingredients each vaccination contains can help in your decision about vaccination.

This article talks about the danger of the DPT vaccine.

A growing number of parents today are choosing not to vaccinate their children. While this seems risky and uncertain to many these parents insist that they are doing the safest thing for their children. What are the reasons behind the trend to skip vaccines, and is it legal?

Information about Asian bird flu, it's symptoms and how it is spread.

Every year in the United States approximately 36,000 people die an influenza-related death. Of the 5% to 20% of the population that gets the flu, more than 200,000 people end up in the hospital because of complications associated with the virus.

Around the Lake Norman community of North Carolina, it is obvious pet owners only want the best for their pets.

Injection-site sarcoma is only officially recognized in cats, and is considered "extremely rare" (to the point of impossible, according to some veterinarians) in dogs. Extremely rare doesn't mean that it can't happen to your dog, though--just ask Duke.

Parents must communicate with their children. Families share information and build a strong bond through communication.

Pertussis (also called whooping cough) is a highly contagious disease that causes severe coughing spells. Children with pertussis develop thick, sticky mucus in the windpipe, which causes a series of a dozen or more short coughs in rapid succession.

With the summer season upon us, the number of Lyme disease cases is guaranteed to be on the rise. But just what is Lyme Disease? What should a person know about tick bites, as well as the risks, symptoms and prevention of Lyme Disease?

Many parents are curious about how their child is developing compared to other children of the same age. Here is a guide to the stages of child development and where your child should be.

Your health insurance needs skyrocket once you start a family and whether yours is a traditional one, a single parent one or one you're adopting, there are a few things that you'll need to know about the road ahead.

The interrelationship between health, safety, and nutrition regarding children is very important. Understanding certain guidelines, and potential hazardous conditions can help prevent physical and emotional incidents.

The Effect the Printing Press had on Health and Medicine, and the development of health books.

On June 1, 2006, the DOH and The World Trade Center Health Registry rolled out a program to re-survey people located in the immediate vicinity of the WTC attacks to attempt to get a clearer picture of the health ramifications of those at Ground Zero.

This week, some fascinating submissions to the Health and Wellness Category caught my eye. Articles about home safety, the benefits of bee pollen, and two new submissions from a new AC writer added some great content to the Health and Wellness library.

Many homeless people do not have the resources to pay for health care for the simplest ailments. This is an attempt to compile information about the free and low-cost health clinics in Maryland.

Insurance companies enforce too many rules,concerning mental health issues and how counseling and services are offered.

You don't need to be told how much healthcare has changed since there were family doctors who made house calls; it's a part of your everyday life. Not so long ago, both you and I would have had relatively easy access to a wide open health insurance plan.

In recent years, I've seen Burt's Bees products popping up everywhere. I have even seen them available in larger national chains. I'm very glad that my favorite health and beauty products are now widely available in most parts of the United States.

Men now typically live to 73.8 years of age, but during that time can be aversely affected by a plethora of health problems. Men still die an average of 7 years younger than women. Use these herbs to keep yourself looking and feeling good.

Although quitting is extremely difficult due to nicotine's addicting nature, most smokers actually want to quit. This is usually the case because the health benefits are just too big to
ignore.

In this week's Health and Wellness category, I found interesting and informative submissions on minimizing sinus discomfort on airplanes, summer food safety, and self-injurious behavior in academically excelling college students.

The variety of massage techniques available today encourages many benefits to overcome both physical and mental stress. Here are the top ten benefits and how they can help you develop a health-oriented lifestyle.

Nutritional silent poisons are seemingly innocent ingredients that slowly rob the body of essential nutrients in health. All white and refined, flour, sugar and salt are ingredients that some nutritionists and doctors consider silent poisons.

You have just graduated from high school, and, at this time, your parent's health insurance plan may have dropped you, but don't worry, because there is a resolution... student health insurance.

Health insurance coverage is getting increasingly expensive. Here are some ways individuals can keep costs down and still get quallity coverage.

The best in alternative health books.

Remove all the 'perks' that Congress receives and let's discover who truly wants to be a public servant. No more free health care, fully vested pensions, and fat expense accounts.

Countless Google ads and web pages attract the attention of Americans desperate for health insurance. They use a variety of dishonest, misleading and crooked scams and raise false hopes of having coverage for health care costs.

With cold and flu season upon us, maintaining a healthy diet, rich in Vitamin E, may work to improve overall health in addition to decreased incidence of contracting a contagious illness.

Why are so many peoiple battling their weight? What can we do?
And why are so many people not enjoying maximum health and wellness?
Our choices have led us to where we are today. Is it time to think about what we are eating, thinking and speaking.

Not only do dogs provide friendship and contentment, they can also provide exercise for increased physical health and well-being.

Happiness is very important to our daily lives and good health. It can be achieved and is not elusive. Where an individual live will matter because different factors affect the capacity to achieve happiness. Happiness must never be taken for granted.

Homeopathic Therapies? Oxygen Water? Beneficial to our health or just myth?

On April 7th, children across the world will participate in educational health programs in an effort to understand the social and economic aspects of world health and how it applies to personal health.

For millions of uninsured Americans, moving to Canada has become a viable option when considering health care needs.

The Internet is a great place to find out about different health conditions.You can find everything from the symptoms to the tests the Dr. will run.You can also research the medications used to treat the health condition.

Its important to know your health care options no matter what your personal situation is. With the correct information, navigating health services for low-income residents can be made easier.

If you are searching for geriatric health care in Eugene, Oregon, this article will help get you started. An overview of some of the community's key resources.