In its recent position statement, Fetal Pain: What is the Scientific Evidence, ACPeds reviews the laboratory and clinical data which indicates that as early as 12 weeks gestation exposure to painful stimuli negatively affects these immature human beings.
While expeditious availability of effective vaccines is a laudable goal, the physician-led organizations presenting this statement stress the need for assurances of safety, efficacy, and a full commitment to uncompromised ethical development.
The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is a national organization of pediatricians and other healthcare professionals dedicated to the health and well-being of children.