Dallas Dirks in Des Moines, Iowa

At the age of 17, Dallas Dirks has autism. HIs mother believes it is a result of several rounds of vaccination — triggered by the chickenpox immunization, in particular. Although Dallas has developed speaking skills and does not exhibit what some might call "extreme" behavioral issues, his condition is still a battle. In this "Vaxxed" recording, the Dirks talk about the injury, their journey and plans for the future.