Why are parents in the US not vaccinating their children? A Washington Post survey reveals the truth...

US Parents Fear Vaccine Side Effects: All children are periodically administered several vaccines between the ages of 5 and 6 to reduce their risk of serious illnesses. In India, national vaccination campaigns are conducted to ensure children's vaccinations. Experts believe that vaccination helps develop herd immunity in children, protecting them from many diseases. Vaccination is considered crucial even in most poor countries, but a recent survey has revealed a surprising finding in the United States. A recent survey by the Washington Post and KFF revealed that 16% of American parents are not vaccinating their children with routine vaccines. The question now is, why are American parents doing this?

According to a Washington Post report, 1 in 6 parents in the United States are not vaccinating their children with routine childhood vaccinations. These vaccines include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), and polio. A growing number of parents in the United States are backing away from vaccines, which have protected children from serious infections for years. Surveys indicate that most parents who are opting out of vaccinating their children are concerned about vaccine side effects. Most parents reported a lack of trust in health agencies regarding vaccine safety, fearing the potential for serious long-term side effects. Some parents are hesitant about vaccines.

Many parents have lost faith in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other government agencies regarding vaccination. Nearly half of parents surveyed said they lack full confidence in these agencies' recommendations. Furthermore, misinformation or incomplete information circulating on social media contributes to skepticism about vaccination. Some parents say their children don't want to receive multiple vaccines at once or that it's better to administer them individually. Others believe that children can prevent diseases through healthy methods. Additionally, some parents reported that their doctor didn't recommend vaccination or that the topic wasn't discussed.

The survey also found that this trend is more prevalent among certain groups, such as those with religious beliefs, homeschooling parents, young parents, those affiliated with the Republican Party, and those living in certain areas. Vaccine hesitancy is also more prevalent among these groups. The report found that many parents who opt out of vaccinations don't say they didn't because they couldn't find it convenient or the cost was high. Such complaints are rare.

Doctors believe that when parents postpone their children's vaccinations, it not only puts their children at risk of disease but also impacts herd immunity. If not enough people get vaccinated, measles, polio, or other diseases could resurface. Health experts warn that such reactions, if not stopped in time, could pose a significant threat to public health. Experts recommend increasing information and transparency to restore public trust in vaccines. Doctors and health workers should communicate openly with parents, answer their questions, and present scientific evidence. Social media platforms should take action against misinformation.

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