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Research shows that negative outcomes are not more likely for those who've received a Tdap during pregnancy than those who didn't. Whooping cough is dangerous for new babies. Before the vaccine, up to 9,000 babies died from it each year. That's why Tdap vaccination during pregnancy is essential!
Claims like these can stem from misrepresented reports from a databased called VAERS. Anyone can enter a report into VAERS stating that a health problem happened after getting a vaccine. These reports don't mean that the problem was caused by the vaccine. Correlation does not equal causation.
It's another #MisinformationMonday! Today's claim: the Tdap vaccine given during pregnancy is unsafe and can lead to negative outcomes for mom and baby. This is false!
Ever wondered what ingredients are in vaccines and why? Each one serves a specific purpose that helps make the vaccine more effective! And all vaccine ingredients have been carefully studied and found to be very safe. Learn more ⬇️
Pediatricians, on the other hand, chose their demanding profession because they care deeply about children and families. They overwhelmingly support vaccines. So whenever you have vaccine questions, turn to your pediatrician for answers. 🩺
#ColoradoChoosesVaccines
As you read up on things that affect your child’s health, you may come across false rumors or outdated ideas that claim to improve kids' health—especially on the internet and social media. It’s important to find trustworthy, up-to-date information, which can be difficult on social media.
✅All vaccines are properly and rigorously tested for safety before getting approved for public use. In fact, the full research and development process for new vaccines often takes 10-15 years!
Learn more about placebo-controlled vaccine testing: buff.ly/8OW7cH4
✅ For ethical reasons, some vaccines are not tested using a saline placebo. When a vaccine already exists, it would be wrong to give people saline because this would leave them unprotected. In this case, the new vaccine is compared to the current one so the control group is still protected.
✅ Many vaccines have been tested using saline (saltwater) placebos, meaning the test group gets the vaccine and the control group gets saline. These include polio, HPV, rubella, HPV, Hib, measles, Tdap, COVID, and pneumococcal vaccines.
It's Monday! Time to tackle some misinformation. Today's topic? Vaccine safety. Some people claim that no childhood vaccines are tested in placebo trials. This is misleading. Here are the facts:
In February, Dr. David Higgins presented a webinar to Immunize Colorado's partners, explaining the changes and what they mean for providers and families. Immunize Colorado adapted Dr. Higgins' presentation into a blog, featured on Team Vaccine.
Take a read: buff.ly/p5vwCpt
In January, the federal government announced changes to the recommended childhood vaccine schedule. The changes were made under the guise of restoring trust in vaccines, but were not actually based on new scientific evidence or data. The result has been increased confusion and uncertainty–not trust.
The AAP's schedule aligns with science. It protects against COVID, RSV, flu, rotavirus, hepatitis A and B, HPV, and meningococcal disease. And, it's endorsed by medical associations and healthcare providers, who all agree it is the best way to keep kids safe.
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In response, the American Academy of Pediatrics released their own schedule, which IS based on data. Parents are understandably confused about which guidance to follow--the CDC's or AAP's.
In January, the CDC made changes to its recommended childhood vaccine schedule, removing some from universal recommendation (meaning for all kids). But unfortunately, the changes were not based on new scientific evidence or data.
You may have heard that there are new childhood vaccine recommendations. This is only partly true, and there's a big "but."
George Washington required his troops be inoculated against smallpox — that decision helped win the Revolution! Public health leadership isn’t new. It’s presidential. Honoring George Washington this Presidents’ Day for leading with courage and vision.🦅#WeThePeopleVax
Getting vaccinated is an act of love! #ValentinesDay
Happy ❤️ Day! Show your loved ones you care by making sure you're up-to-date with vaccines. By getting vaccines for yourself, you help protect those around you -- especially those who can't get vaccines or are at higher risk from illness like babies, older adults, and those with chronic illness.
Read more about this topic from our friends at Your Local Epidemiologist: buff.ly/OqDdWBm
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This term also makes it seem like parents are now suddenly empowered to make their child's vaccine decisions, but weren't before. The truth is, while pediatricians can make recommendations to parents about vaccines, parents have always been the decision-makers for their child's health care.
In truth, the available evidence overwhelmingly shows that all vaccines on the childhood schedule are safe and effective.
In medicine, this term describes a decision made between a doctor and patient when the evidence does not support a clear recommendation, or when multiple treatments exist. Using it to describe a vaccine decision implies there is uncertainty about the benefit of the vaccine, which is untrue.
Some vaccines on the federal schedule were recently changed from being universally recommended (meaning for all children) to "shared clinical decision making." This term is confusing, so let's talk about it.
Prenatal vaccines protect mom and baby, who are both at greater risk for complications from vaccine-preventable diseases. This fact sheet in English and Spanish explains which vaccines are needed during pregnancy and when to get them ➡️ buff.ly/tvHfxb0
Healthcare providers' motivation for providing vaccines is to keep their patients healthy, not to make money. If pediatricians were profit-motivated, they would make more money treating the diseases vaccines prevent than preventing them with vaccines.
✅ Vaccines are not big money-makers for pediatric offices. In fact, some practices lose money on vaccines. This is why some smaller practices have been forced not to stock and offer vaccines and send patients to other providers to get them instead.
✅ Vaccines are costly. Practices have to buy, store, and administer vaccines, which requires expensive equipment used to keep the vials at the correct temperature. Insurance reimbursements barely cover the cost of providing vaccines.
✅ Some insurance companies offer incentive programs focused on providing evidence-based preventive care. These programs are tied to dozens of metrics, like developmental screenings, not just vaccination. This is because comprehensive, quality well care saves future healthcare costs overall.