A Clash Over Vaccine Research
A health organization in Detroit is embroiled in a legal dispute with a group from Texas. The group, ICAN, is accused of spreading false information about a study on vaccines and children.
The Dispute
The health group, Henry Ford Health, claims that the study was flawed and should not have been shared. They sent a legal notice to ICAN, demanding the removal of the false claims.
The Controversial Movie
ICAN produced a movie titled "An Inconvenient Study." The film alleges that vaccinated children are more likely to fall ill than unvaccinated ones. It also claims that Henry Ford Health concealed the study's results.
Henry Ford Health's Response
Henry Ford Health maintains that the study was not of sufficient quality to be shared. They assert that the study's leader lacked expertise in epidemiology.
Study Flaws
- Sample Size: The study examined 18,000 children.
- Selection Bias: The health group argues that the children were not selected fairly.
- Duration: The study did not monitor the children long enough to determine if they fell ill.
- Quality: Henry Ford Health states that no reputable journal would have accepted the study due to its poor quality.
ICAN's Actions
Despite the allegations, ICAN continues to promote the false claims. They are even selling merchandise related to the movie.
Legal Consequences
Henry Ford Health warns that they will take legal action if ICAN does not cease its activities. They assert that ICAN is damaging their reputation.
Standing by Science
Henry Ford Health emphasizes their commitment to science. They deny hiding any information, stating that they simply chose not to share a flawed study. They urge the public to seek accurate information about vaccines and children.
