The Washington State Department of Health has made a statement saying vaccines are important for the safety of residents. It also confirmed that there is no credible evidence linking vaccinations to autism.
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WA Department of Health reaffirms vaccine safety, addresses autism claims
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Health made a statement Friday that vaccines are an essential tool for protecting people’s health. It also stated that it is joining health agencies and associations across the country, such as the Autism Science Foundation, in confirming that there is no credible scientific evidence linking vaccines to autism.