Brian Deer

Brian Deer is a British investigative journalist, best known for his work on medical issues, particularly his investigations into the MMR vaccine controversy. His work has led to significant public health outcomes and has been recognized with numerous awards.

Early Life and Education

Brian Deer was born in Britain. He attended university where he studied journalism and began his career in investigative reporting.

Career

Deer started his career at The Sunday Times, where he became known for his in-depth investigations. His work often focused on exposing medical fraud and misconduct.

MMR Vaccine Investigation

Deer's most notable work is his investigation into the MMR vaccine controversy. In the late 1990s, he began investigating claims made by Andrew Wakefield, a former physician who published a paper in The Lancet suggesting a link between the MMR vaccine and autism. Deer's investigation revealed that Wakefield had manipulated evidence and had multiple conflicts of interest. This led to Wakefield being struck off the General Medical Council register and the retraction of the paper by The Lancet.

Other Investigations

In addition to the MMR vaccine controversy, Deer has conducted investigations into various other medical and pharmaceutical issues. His work has often led to regulatory changes and increased scrutiny of medical practices.

Awards and Recognition

Brian Deer has received numerous awards for his investigative journalism, including the British Press Awards and the Medical Journalists' Association awards. His work has been widely recognized for its impact on public health and medical ethics.

Publications

Deer has authored several books and numerous articles on medical and investigative journalism. His publications are often used as references in discussions about medical ethics and public health.

See Also

• MMR vaccine controversy
• Andrew Wakefield
• The Lancet
• Investigative journalism
• Medical ethics