Thousands of social media users have shared an image of an infant whose parent claims she was severely injured by routine vaccinations. A screenshot of a social media post claims that the child experienced vomiting, high fever, and a seizure shortly after receiving her 12-month vaccines.
Recommendation: The widespread circulation of the story increases its risk. Debunking messaging may emphasize that there is no evidence that vaccines caused the child’s illness and that a pediatrician ruled out that possibility. The infant reportedly tested positive for metapneumovirus, an upper respiratory disease that can cause severe symptoms, including high fever, vomiting, and seizures, in young children. Fact Checking Source(s): Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic