New Jersey Parents and Autism Advocates Demand Parental Right to Choose Vaccinations for Public School

(N.J.)  Local parents, and vaccination choice and autism advocates are organizing meetings across the state.  At issue is the parental right to make decisions regarding their children’s health and education, including whether or not they are vaccinated as a condition of public school admission.   Government says it knows best. A bill is moving in the … Read more

TRENTON UPDATE from The Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee Meeting

MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2011 We had a successful day in Trenton! A243 the Conscientious Exemption to Mandatory Immunization Bill was not put up for a vote following testimony. A3746 – Reorganizing of the Public Health Council and Restoring full power was pulled prior to any testimony. Both bills will likely come up again, so we … Read more

The Battle Over Immunization

As the legislature prepares to take up the issue of mandatory vaccinations for school kids, advocates and critics step up their arguments pro and con By Leilo Stainton, original story posted here: http://www.njspotlight.com/stories/11/0302/0115/ Childhood immunization is a highly charged issue, pitting the needs of public health against the fears of parents, who worry that vaccines … Read more

To ‘V’ or not to ‘V’? Free vaccinations offered; controversy continues

Read more: Hudson Reporter – To ‘V’ or not to ‘V’ Free vaccinations offered controversy continues by Lana Rose Diaz Reporter staff writer Aug 15, 2010 This month, the North Hudson Community Action Corporation (NHCAC) is collaborating with the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services (NJDHSS) Immunization Program to offer five vaccinations for … Read more

Majority Support Parental Vaccination Choice According To New Harris Poll

Over Half Of Parents Say Pharmaceutical Industry Has Too Much Influence Over Government Vaccine Mandates and Support More Safety Research CHICAGO, May 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — A new Harris Interactive poll shows a majority of American parents believe they, rather than the government, should have the final say in which vaccines their children receive. The poll, … Read more