Recently, an NBC News investigation put a national spotlight on the steep decline in childhood vaccinations in St. Louis . The conflicting information flooding the airwaves has left many families confused about the safety and efficacy of immunizations.

Since 1990, Vision for Children at Risk (VCR) has been dedicated to promoting the well-being of children and families in the St. Louis region. VCR, a nonprofit, has tirelessly advocated for change in the persistent inequities plaguing our region’s systems of care. One critical way we achieve this is through research-based data.

In light of the turmoil surrounding trusted institutions like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), VCR feels compelled to assist families in navigating the important issue of vaccinations.

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