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Cutter Incident

RecordOBS-0300
CategoryHealth/Vaccines
StatusPARTIALLY SUBSTANTIATED
SummaryIn 1955, batches of polio vaccine produced by Cutter Laboratories contained live poliovirus due to inadequate inactivation, causing over 250 cases of polio and several deaths. This incident is a documented historical event that led to stricter vaccine regulation and the creation of the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.
OriginThe incident occurred in the United States in 1955 during the early rollout of the Salk polio vaccine.
Claimed
  • Cutter Laboratories' vaccine caused polio in recipients.
  • The incident was a result of manufacturing failures and inadequate safety testing.
Evidence / consensusThe Cutter Incident is a well-documented historical fact. It is not a conspiracy theory but a real vaccine safety failure that prompted regulatory reforms.
> OBSERVER NOTE:
Historical fact, not fringe. Noted for context, but no conspiracy here.

Sources

  1. Historical Vaccine Concerns | Vaccine Safety | CDC

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