In a study of immunization in the Philippines, children vaccinated against 6 diseases performed significantly better on verbal reasoning, math, and language tests than those who were unvaccinated. (note: Researchers did not find an association with physical growth.)
Full Citation:
Bloom, D.E., Canning, D., and Seiguerm E.. 2011. The effect of vaccination on children’s physical and cognitive development in the Philippines. Applied Economics. 44(21).
Title of Article: The effect of vaccination on children’s physical and cognitive development in the Philippines
Author(s): Bloom, D.E., Canning, D., and Seiguerm E.
Publication Year: 2011
Publication Name: Applied Economics
Publication Volume: 44(21)
Publication Source URL: https://dash.harvard.edu/bitstream/handle/1/33730172/PGDA_WP_69.pdf?sequence=1
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): 10.1080/00036846.2011.566203
Topics: Cognition & Schooling
Disease Vaccines: Diphtheria | Measles | Pertussis | Polio/OPV/IPV | Tetanus | Tuberculosis/BCG
Countries: Philippines
WHO Regions: Western Pacific