4.03/5
Author: Peter J. Hotez, Arthur L. Caplan
Publication Date: Oct 30, 2018
Formats: PDF,Hardcover,Kindle,Audible Audiobook,Audio CD
Rating: 4.03/5 out of 445
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
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In 1994, Peter J. Hotez's nineteen-month-old daughter,
Rachel, was diagnosed with autism. Dr. Hotez, a pediatrician-scientist
who develops vaccines for neglected tropical diseases affecting the
world's poorest people, became troubled by the decades-long rise of the
influential anti-vaccine community and their inescapable narrative
around childhood vaccines and autism. The alleged link between the two
was first espoused in a fraudulent scientific paper, long since
retracted, but the story shows no signs of letting up. As a result,
we've seen deadly and disabling outbreaks of vaccine-preventable
diseases around the country, and Texas, where Hotez lives, is at
particular risk.
In Vaccines Did Not Cause Rachel's Autism,
Hotez draws on his experiences as a pediatrician, vaccine scientist,
and father of an autistic child. Outlining the arguments on both sides
of the debate, he examines the science that refutes the concerns of the
anti-vaccine movement, debunks current conspiracy theories alleging a
cover-up by the CDC, and critiques the scientific community's failure to
effectively communicate the facts about vaccines and autism to the
general public, all while sharing his very personal story of raising a
now-adult daughter with autism.
A uniquely authoritative account,
this important book persuasively provides evidence for the
genetic basis of autism and illustrates how the neurodevelopmental
pathways of autism are under way before birth. Dr. Hotez reminds readers
of the many victories of vaccines over disease while warning about the
growing dangers of the anti-vaccine movement, especially in the United
States and Europe. A former US Science Envoy for the Department of
State, he also explains what's at stake if the movement continues to
gain ground. Opening with a foreword by leading medical ethicist Arthur
L. Caplan, this book is a must-read for parent groups, child advocates,
teachers, health-care providers, government policymakers, health and
science policy experts, and anyone caring for a family member or friend
with autism.
"When Peter Hotez―an erudite, highly trained
scientist who is a true hero for his work in saving the world's poor and
downtrodden―shares his knowledge and clinical insights along with his
parental experience, when his beliefs in the value of what he does are
put to the test of a life guiding his own child's challenges, then you
must pay attention. You should. This book brings to an end the link
between autism and vaccination."―from the foreword by Arthur L. Caplan,
NYU School of Medicine
Apr 21, 2019
Feb 11, 2019
The title of this book is incredibly apt to the discussion. Direct. To the point. Unequivocal. And based on facts and science. This is an absolute must-read for people who want to engage in thoughtful, reasoned discussion regarding vaccines and (Autism Spectrum Disorder). This is NOT for people who want their information distilled to a meme or bumpersticker or social media post.Oct 29, 2018
It's good to finally have a work that shows someone who has a family member with autism AND deals with vaccines.Feb 03, 2019
This is a MUST read for so many people (scientists, medical health professionals, public and global health workers, parents, etc etc). Dr. Hotez very clearly outlines the history of the anti-vaccine movement, along with the most current research proving unequivocally there is NO link between vaccines and autism. It is such a good read because he goes into detail about his own daughter, Rachel, who has autism along with many other mental health diagnoses. The book ends with talking points, great This is a MUST read for so many people (scientists, medical health professionals, public and global health workers, parents, etc etc). Dr. Hotez very clearly outlines the history of the anti-vaccine movement, along with the most current research proving unequivocally there is NO link between vaccines and autism. It is such a good read because he goes into detail about his own daughter, Rachel, who has autism along with many other mental health diagnoses. The book ends with talking points, great ways to stimulate the conversation and show there is no good evidence between autism and vaccines. And furthermore, how it is becoming a public health crisis that vaccine coverage is dropping to a dangerously low level. ...moreMay 15, 2019
I 100% agree with the author’s conclusions and I appreciate the fact that this is written from the perspective of a vaccine scientist who also has an autistic daughter but man, this is an awful book. (And frankly, once I understood that his daughter was autistic and got the gist of what that looks like for her and how hard it is to parent her, I skimmed everything else about her. It’s too much information.)Apr 30, 2019
I really enjoyed reading this book. Peter Hotez found a great balance between personal experience and hard scientific facts. It is amazing how extremely polarised this topic is and to be honest I understand why parents are so scared to give their children vaccines. If I would not understand much about science and would constantly be confronted by apparent negative outcomes of vaccines I would also be hesitant to inject this "poison" into my own child. I also got that impression from him whilst I really enjoyed reading this book. Peter Hotez found a great balance between personal experience and hard scientific facts. It is amazing how extremely polarised this topic is and to be honest I understand why parents are so scared to give their children vaccines. If I would not understand much about science and would constantly be confronted by apparent negative outcomes of vaccines I would also be hesitant to inject this "poison" into my own child. I also got that impression from him whilst reading the book.Apr 29, 2019
The best chapter was the one on the scientific findings of what does cause autism (not vaccines) and how the structure of autistic brains develop.May 04, 2019
Clear, concise, and well-written, from the perspective of a highly trained scientist AND the father of a child with autism.May 07, 2019
Lots of great information. I did not know most of the concerns and arguments against vaccinations until reading this book juxtaposed with the scientific evidence that refuted each concern.Mar 09, 2019
This book has three main themes - Dr. Hotez's and his wife's struggles raising an autistic child, Hotez's career in fighting pediatric infectious diseases and the science refuting an autism-vaccine connection.Mar 03, 2019
BrilliantJan 23, 2019
This book is very well written with plentiful sources and addresses why the author, a scientist (who develops vaccines) and a pediatrician, belives that vaccines (especially MMR) do not cause autism. Part of what makes his writing worthwhile is that not only does he develop vaccines but his daughter is autistic. It is brief and to the point and gives you a good detailed explanation why autism is not caused by vaccines.Feb 03, 2019
This book has important information: Anti-vaccine beliefs (and they are beliefs -- not science) are damaging families. Autism is an important problem, too, but it is unrelated.Dec 24, 2018
Very nice recap for a lay audience of the relevant literature showing there is no link between vaccines and autism. I appreciated learning about his personal experiences as a father of a child with autism. Will be using this book as a teaching tool in my college microbiology classes.Mar 24, 2019
Absolutely amazing and well written...Feb 15, 2019
Very informativeNov 26, 2018
This book has cemented my want to be child free. It's frustrating and depressing to hear how Peter has to struggle with Rachel.Dec 17, 2018
As Dr. Hotez says at the beginning, this book is very different than books by Mnookin or Offit. For sure a personal take - although some personal details and thoughts seem disconnected -- with science sprinkled throughout.May 11, 2019
I thought the book was very good but I got it on audible and the narrator was HORRIBLE. It was extremely difficult to listen to but I persisted because I really wanted the information. Now that I’m finished though, I’m not sure I could carry out an educated conversation about vaccines and autism. It was dense with information and I’m not sure if I didn’t retain it well because of the horrible voice or if it was too science-y for me. Overall I understood everything he said and I think he more I thought the book was very good but I got it on audible and the narrator was HORRIBLE. It was extremely difficult to listen to but I persisted because I really wanted the information. Now that I’m finished though, I’m not sure I could carry out an educated conversation about vaccines and autism. It was dense with information and I’m not sure if I didn’t retain it well because of the horrible voice or if it was too science-y for me. Overall I understood everything he said and I think he more than proved his point. ...moreMar 15, 2019
This book was not meant for me, because I believe in vaccines and science. This book is good for the people who are on the fence, or questioning.Feb 04, 2019
This is an important book, and I commend Dr. Hotez for his courage in sharing his family’s struggles with a disabled child (now an adult) to spread the word that vaccines are safe. Vaccines save lives. Vaccines do not cause autism. The latest measles outbreak in WA shows how dangerous the anti-vaccine movement is, how pervasive, and we need more strong, credible voices filling the silent void where anti-vaccination people make a lot of noise. What’s made abundantly clear in Dr. Hotez’s book is This is an important book, and I commend Dr. Hotez for his courage in sharing his family’s struggles with a disabled child (now an adult) to spread the word that vaccines are safe. Vaccines save lives. Vaccines do not cause autism. The latest measles outbreak in WA shows how dangerous the anti-vaccine movement is, how pervasive, and we need more strong, credible voices filling the silent void where anti-vaccination people make a lot of noise. What’s made abundantly clear in Dr. Hotez’s book is how difficult it is for families living with ASD, and how the energy and money spent refuting the false vaccine claim has taken away from ways to help people.Mar 09, 2019
This was clearly written and explained a lot. I already believe that children should be vaccinated against diseases, but perhaps this will help undecided parents or guardians decide that not vaccinating their children endangers the children's health and the health of those around them. The facts are there, in this book and elsewhere.Feb 24, 2019
Full disclosure: I have met Dr. Hotez, had him sign my copy of his book and have attended as many of his lectures here in Houston as possible.Jun 13, 2019
Listened to this book of history of disease, science of vaccines, explanation and theory of autism causes and call to action for both parents making vaccine decisions, law makers debating policy and scientists researching to know the facts and speak the truth unashamedly. There were times it felt repetitive, and yet I really appreciated the personal view of a parent living the autism life.Jul 21, 2019
I have an adolescent son with autism, and I believe without a doubt that vaccines have nothing to do with autism. I'd been waiting for Dr Hotez' book to make an appearance at our local library and when it finally arrived, I grabbed it. His writing is a bit dry; it's obvious he's used to writing for academia, and more than once I had to Google some medical/scientific terms, but I appreciated his facts and his talking points re: the reasons people cite for believing that vaccines cause autism. I have an adolescent son with autism, and I believe without a doubt that vaccines have nothing to do with autism. I'd been waiting for Dr Hotez' book to make an appearance at our local library and when it finally arrived, I grabbed it. His writing is a bit dry; it's obvious he's used to writing for academia, and more than once I had to Google some medical/scientific terms, but I appreciated his facts and his talking points re: the reasons people cite for believing that vaccines cause autism. Unfortunately I suspect that the book will not change the minds of anyone who has committed to the idea that vaccines cause autism, but hopefully it will become a source of information for people who are wondering what to believe.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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