The mother, who hasn't been named, was reportedly a member of the anti-vax group 'Stop Mandatory Vaccination' and had previously posted there. 9News
The mother shared photos of Najee in hospital to a fundraising page.
Experts are now warning of the very real threat of misinformation being spread via anti-vax social media groups, explaining that they can encourage some parents to reject mainstream medical advice. Meanwhile, they spread stories of children who were "harmed" by vaccines, claiming immunisations could cause brain damage, autism and even homosexuality.US teen Ethan Lindenberger, who, told US Congress his mother's views were largely shaped by groups like the one Najee's mother was in.
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