Misinformation on Vaccines and Autism Spectrum Disorder

What factors contributed to the spread of misinformation with regard to vaccines and autism spectrum disorder?

We have access to an incredible amount of information through various forms of media- it’s easy to see how information and misinformation can spread like wildfire. What factors appear to increase the risk of autism spectrum disorder? Keeping the autism and vaccination example in mind, describe how you would approach the decision to get your child vaccinated (or not vaccinated). What resources would you use to aid in your decision-making and why?