Because the risks of not vaccinating are bigger than just my child. - and it's not all about me. Darn it! A breakout of any of these diseases (except chicken pox - I personally think that vaccination should not be required) can put many, many people at risk - in particular the elderly and others with already poor health. Coupled with the statistically very low probability of any reaction or adverse affect in my child or any other healthy child, it is worth the risk in my opinion.


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