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The Quick Facts: What follows is intended to be an inspiring portrait for women and caregivers about advocacy and how the author of Vaccine Epidemic, Louise Kuo Habakus, became involved in her work as an author, advocate, and speaker.
Louise is not “anti-vaccine.” She states that “vaccines are an option that people have when contemplating how to protect against disease, and people should have access to them but they are by no means foolproof, or safe for all who receive them. Vaccines are not the only tool in the health, wellness, and disease prevention tool box.”
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The Quick Facts: A disturbing number of birth defects are caused by the use of dangerous medications during pregnancy, and many can be prevented through greater awareness and safer practices. 
The Quick Facts: Aluminum products are everywhere in this day and age. It is an inexpensive metal that is used to make anything from aluminum foil to antacids. Although convenient, use of aluminum in cooking and otherwise can have negative impacts on children’s health. Aluminum bioaccumulates in the body. It is very difficult to cleanse the body of aluminum; therefore, over a lifetime, it is important to reduce kids’ exposure.
Quick Facts: Since its introduction in 1970, high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has replaced sugar in various processed foods in the U.S. Such a rapid change in the American diet raises some important questions. Reports show the sweetener may lead to obesity, as well as contain mercury. The best strategy is to replace HFCS-containing foods with nutrient-dense foods. While research continues, moderation remains important. 
The Quick Facts: Using sunscreen (and bug spray depending on geography) is essential in the summer to protect kids and adults from exposure. In recent years information is readily available and is accessible to help make the important decision about which products to use to keep your family safe from the elements while taking into consideration health and environmental impacts. 