Viral Infection During Pregnancy Causing ASD?

Independent scientist Matthew Cormier: “I think viral infections play a central role in the development of ASD.” Perhaps you’ve heard this argument before, and there is plenty of research out there suggesting that this could, in fact, be the case. But how might this neuroinflammatory risk relating to an immune response tie back to vaccination? Listen in on a dialogue featuring guest Matthew and “Doctors & Scientists” host Brian Hooker, Ph.D. on CHD.TV to find out!

Hosts: Brian Hooker, Ph.D., P.E.

*The opinions expressed by the hosts and guests in this show are not necessarily the views of Children’s Health Defense.

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