Physicians for Informed Consent

📘 It’s official! Vaccines and the Diseases They Target — the Silver Booklet — is now on Amazon. Created for parents who want clarity, this resource explains childhood diseases, vaccine side effects, and risk comparisons in straightforward language. With clear charts and data, it’s designed to support informed decisions for your family. Get your copy here: amazon.com/Vaccines-Disea…

How accurate is the tracking of adverse events from the IPV (polio) vaccine? Reports go to VAERS—a passive system with known limitations that can lead to major underreporting. If you’ve never heard that before, you’re not alone. Visit the education tab on our website to learn more (link in profile). #vaccines

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Memorial Day is a reminder that the freedoms Americans enjoy today came at a tremendous cost. This weekend, we honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives serving our country. At PIC, we believe informed medical decision-making is part of preserving personal liberty. And it starts with access to information...🧵 #memorialday2026

Read the manufacturer’s packet insert for info. about varicella vaccine ingredients, adverse reactions, & vaccine evaluations. For example, Varivax Refrigerated says it “hasn't been evaluated for its carcinogenic or mutagenic potential." Get more scientific facts and research about the varicella vaccine here: picdata.org/varicella-dis #vaccines #protectyourkids

The FDA and ATSDR have both raised concerns about the risks of aluminum exposure in humans—but it’s something most people rarely hear about. What does the research say, and why does it matter? Find out more here: physiciansforinformedconsent.org/landmark-fda-p… #vaccines

Parents 👋 more than 60% of adults vaccinated with the MMR shot are still susceptible to measles—and nearly 50% of schoolchildren are, too. If you thought the MMR vaccine provided lifelong protection, it’s time to look at the latest data... Stay informed and get the scientific facts about MMR here: picdata.org/mmr-waning-imm… #vaccines

Did you know the government uses VAERS to track side effects from the DTaP vaccine? But here’s the catch: even the CDC admits that VAERS captures only a small fraction of actual adverse events. That means many cases may never be reported or investigated. Get the facts and learn more here: picdata.org/dtap-vaccine #vaccines

Did you know aluminum became widely used in vaccines in the U.S. during a mass vaccination program in the 1940s, starting with the DTP shot? By the 1980s, that same vaccine faced so many lawsuits over side effects that manufacturers even considered stopping production. There’s a lot to unpack—learn more here: picdata.org/aluminum #vaccines

Is the hepatitis B vaccine truly safer than hepatitis B for children at normal risk? Right now, that hasn’t been proven — and that matters. Parents deserve clear answers. If the data isn’t complete, it’s worth asking why. More here: picdata.org/hepatitis-b/ #vaccines

Hepatitis B is spread through the mixing of bodily fluids—most often infected blood.... It’s a serious infection, but one that typically affects adults through high-risk exposures—not young children. If you're being asked to vaccinate your baby at birth, it's okay to pause and ask: Is this truly necessary right now? Learn more: picdata.org/hepatitis-b/ #vaccines

The CDC evaluated the flu vaccine's ability to prevent household index and secondary flu cases. Here's what they found... "No evidence that vaccination prevented household transmission once influenza was introduced" We've listed 9 Flu Facts you should know in this document here: picdata.org/influenza-flu-… #vaccines

Many people assume clinical trials catch most potential side effects. But according to the CDC, “Prelicensure trials usually do not have the ability to detect rare adverse events or adverse events with delayed onset.” That includes trials for the varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. You can learn more under the education tab. Link’s in the profile. #vaccines

Guillain-Barré syndrome and SIDS have both been reported following polio vaccination — but studies continue to state there’s “not enough proof.” That uncertainty matters when assessing real-world risk. Furthermore, it has never been proven that the vaccine is safer than the disease itself. Parents, review the evidence and decide for yourself:picdata.org/polio-vaccine #parenting

DYK U.S. mortality rates for measles are based on cause of death documented in death certificates? While measles cases show underreporting, there’s no evidence a significant number of death certificates are missing or fail to document #measles deaths. picdata.org/measles-faq

Did you know that before the measles vaccine was introduced, annually, only 2% of people in the United States contracted the measles? There were only 4 million annual cases out of a population of 200 million. Parents, do you have questions about measles and the measles vaccine? Many families do! Go here for answers to commonly asked questions: picdata.org/measles-faq #vaccines

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome has been observed following Hib vaccination... However, the IOM states that “the evidence is inadequate to accept or reject a causal relationship between Hib vaccines” & those conditions. Parents, it's good to do your own research and ask questions so that you can make an informed choice. For more scientific facts and data about Hib, go here: picdata.org/hib-vrs

Most people assume the flu vaccine helps stop the spread—but the data tells a different story. Studies show it may not prevent transmission at all. And according to CDC data, flu vaccines fail to prevent illness about 65% of the time. Want to see the full picture? Go to: picdata.org/flu-vaccine #vaccines

Flu shot rates have risen sharply among adults 65 and older. But here’s what might surprise you: The National Institutes of Health found no matching drop in hospitalizations or death rates in that age group. It’s worth asking—are higher vaccination rates actually leading to better outcomes? For more on what the data shows about the flu and the vaccine, visit our website (link in profile) and click the Education tab. #vaccines

An FDA miscalculation led to the belief that aluminum exposure from vaccines was safely below the limit—but that conclusion was wrong. PIC Physicians uncovered the error and laid out the details in a full analysis on ResearchGate. Get the facts and see the breakdown for yourself: picdata.org/physicians-for… #vaccines

Is the hepatitis B vaccine truly safer than the disease it’s meant to prevent? The Vaccine Risk Statement (VRS) takes a closer look:picdata.org/hepatitis-b-va… #vaccines