I've never had a flu, COVID, or any other shot in my adulthood...
And I'm not anti Vax..just feels wrong for me!
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OldBrit · 61-69, M
Given the evidence I'm a great supporter of and advocate for vaccines. It's about the herd.
How was smallpox eradicated? There is no cure. Simply by vaccination over decades across the world. Polio is largely eradicated in most developed countries, again through mass vaccination. We almost got there with measles in the UK until the level of vaccinations dropped off and it's back again killing and maiming kids.
I get vaccinated when I can largely with these things to try to reduce the spread of them to others.
I read and understand your reluctance but you should be grateful to others who through their vaccinations are protecting you possibly.
How was smallpox eradicated? There is no cure. Simply by vaccination over decades across the world. Polio is largely eradicated in most developed countries, again through mass vaccination. We almost got there with measles in the UK until the level of vaccinations dropped off and it's back again killing and maiming kids.
I get vaccinated when I can largely with these things to try to reduce the spread of them to others.
I read and understand your reluctance but you should be grateful to others who through their vaccinations are protecting you possibly.