Can vaccines cause diabetes?
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Carefully performed scientific studies show that vaccines do not cause diabetes or increase a person’s risk of developing diabetes. In 2002, the Institute of Medicine reviewed the existing studies and released a report concluding that the scientific evidence favors rejection of the theory that immunizations cause diabetes.
The presence of the CDC logo and CDC content on this page should not be construed to imply endorsement by the US Government of any commercial products or services, or to replace the advice of a medical professional. The mark “CDC” is licensed under authority of the PHS.Carefully performed scientific studies show that vaccines do not cause diabetes or increase a person’s risk of developing diabetes. In 2002, the Institute of Medicine reviewed the existing studies and released a report concluding that... More -
Ms. Vandana Sheth of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics answered:A review of scientific research suggests that vaccines do not cause diabetes or increase the risk for developing diabetes.
A review of scientific research suggests that vaccines do not cause diabetes or increase the risk for developing diabetes. More

