Abstract

Vaccines save millions of lives worldwide every year. Nevertheless, misinformation regarding vaccine ingredients circulates on various media platforms and may negatively influence parental decisions regarding childhood vaccinations. Three vaccine ingredients commonly associated with parental vaccine concerns include polysorbate 80, aluminum, and thimerosal. This article aims to discuss the safety of polysorbate 80, aluminum, and thimerosal in vaccines and provide accurate educational information to assist nurse practitioners in helping parents make well-informed decisions regarding childhood vaccinations.

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