The issue of childhood vaccinations is quickly becoming “the” health issue of the 21^st century.  As the number of children with autism, juvenile diabetes, allergies, asthma, learning disorders, ADD/ADHD and other chronic illnesses reaches epidemic proportions, parents (and scientists) are becoming increasingly concerned and critical of childhood vaccination. Members of the general public are asking questions that need answers.

This three-part series, led by Tedd Koren, D.C., will explore some of the basic vaccination questions drawing from a wide variety of sources based on empirical clinical findings, U.S. government reports and articles published in biomedical journals - among others.  

Part I: Myths vs. Realities
This workshop will explore common misconceptions regarding vaccination efficacy, and how tests are conducted to determine vaccine safety.  Questions that will be addressed include:

• What are the present legal requirements for mandatory vaccinations?
• How effective are vaccinations?
• Are vaccinated children healthier than non-vaccinated children?
• Are vaccines safe? Do the benefits of vaccination outweigh the risks?
• How is vaccine research conducted? How thoroughly are vaccines tested? How long are test children observed?
• What is congenital rubella syndrome? Does the rubella vaccine prevent it?
• Do vaccines cause meningitis?

Tedd will also discuss transplacental immunity and how it relates to current vaccination practices. 

Part II:  The Shots
Many parents still consent to routine vaccinations - believing that the “removal” of thimerisol (mercury) has taken away the major risks associated with the vaccines - without considering whether vaccines contain other toxic ingredients and what their potential side effects may be. This workshop will focus on the following questions:

• What’s in a vaccine?
• Are there benefits to infectious diseases of childhood?
• What is herd immunity?

This workshop will explore the controversial research on SIDS and vaccinations, the relationship between polio vaccine and cancer, and whether or not polio has disappeared as a result of the vaccine.  Epidemiology of childhood diseases, mortality and morbidity, and the Hygienic school of disease will also be addressed.

Part III:  Risk and Conflict
This workshop will involve an exploration of Juvenile diabetes, Crohn’s disease, autism, post-encephalitic syndrome and a multitude of other chronic diseases and conditions that are associated with vaccinations.  The focus will be on how conflicts of interest have played a significant role in the introduction and proliferation of unnecessary and harmful vaccinations into state immunization requirements and ultimately - into your child’s body.

This workshop will conclude with a discussion of the age old debate between expressive and suppressive healthcare.

Each session is 90 minutes in length.

* This program is currently being prepared as a recorded archive.  Stay tuned for further information. *