[Not the Onion] Vaccine skepticism has spread to pets. A study said 40% of people thought vaccines could cause dogs to develop autism. (archive.is)

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In the new study, the authors surveyed 2,200 people and found 53% had some concern about the safety, efficacy or necessity of canine vaccines. Nearly 40% were concerned that vaccines could cause dogs to develop autism, a theory without any scientific merit.

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[-] Othello@hexbear.net 10 points 1 year ago

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