I have heard some real scary stories out there about vaccines just wondering what else is out there?
Anyone who says that the safety issues around vaccines is hype has never looked into the research.
Do not be swayed by the ignorance which is RAMPANT out there. Study the issues for yourself and then make an informed choice.
One possible choice isn't based on either-or, but rather on timing. In some countries vaccination has been banned until the age of two. The documented result has been a dramatic decline in SIDS.
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No. Vaccines are safe. Screw all of the hype and go with mainstream medicine at least on this one.
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I'm sure there are worse stories about non-vaccinated people.
The benefits FAR outway any negative reactions that may occur.
By not vaccinating your children it is putting the community at risk as more and more people don't do it. There is a certain ratio of vaccinated to non-vaccinated people that is acceptable. Once it gets to high, outbreak can occur!
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Alex
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You might be able to get some other perspectives from this Yahoo!Group:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AgainstVaccinating/
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Most of the "scary stories" are just that – stories. Fiction.
Vaccines are safe. The rest is BS, lies and exaggeration.
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I'm also concerned about the stories on vaccines and believe that they are true. These are facts that cannot be disputed: Vaccines contain a type of preservative called thimerosal. And thimerosal contains mercury. Even a minute dosage can cause brain problems.
Read here to find out more http://blog.worldvillage.com/health/cause_of_autism_mercury_vaccinations.html
Always do your research before dismissing the facts.
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I don't know what it all entails but I do know that some licensed herbalist have a natural type of vaccines.
remember that all the vaccines were tested on children 10 or older.
the rise in autism and add and adh ect have been associated with the vaccines
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no shots here
Not vaccinating. My children are happy, healthy, and vaccine free. Their immune systems are strong and untampered with. I simply cannot reconcile injecting my children with harmful substances such as aluminum, formaldehyde, and phenols.
http://www.909shot.com is a great resource for info on vaccines. Also, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Childhood Vaccinations by Stephanie Cave is a good book.
Research and decide for yourself. Research the vaccines and the diseases themselves. Researching the diseases put me greatly at ease when it came to deciding not to vaccinate. The diseases are hyped to be much scarier than they really are.
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no, there are no alternatives to vaccines.
you do however have a choice as to what you can give your child, and when.
most states have conscientious objector laws which allow you to opt out if you feel you don't want your child (or your self!!) to get certain vaccines.
Please get as much valid information as possible.
There are ways to protect your child,and yourself, such as getting mercury free vaccines, getting a DT shot instead of a DPT shot if you chose that option…. spacing out vaccinations to a little bit longer schedule than normal if your pediatrician will work with you on that…
Just buy some good books, read a lot (not just one source), read things from all sources, not just anti-vaccination people… look on the CDC website as well.
good luck in making an informed decision.
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Anyone who says that the safety issues around vaccines is hype has never looked into the research.
Do not be swayed by the ignorance which is RAMPANT out there. Study the issues for yourself and then make an informed choice.
One possible choice isn't based on either-or, but rather on timing. In some countries vaccination has been banned until the age of two. The documented result has been a dramatic decline in SIDS.
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YES there are alternatives to vaccines! If I had to do it all over again, I would not vaccinate my children as I have one autistic son which was directly related to my vaccinations. The govt doesn't like us to know this though…there are religious exceptions so one can get into ANY school without vaccinations!
What I would do is keep the children's immunity strong. By this, I wouldn't be afraid of every little cold or infection they get and wouldn't treat them immediately with antibotics. There are many homeopathic remedies that work just as well. I would also keep a super heathy diet with lots of fresh, in season fruits and veggies and avoid anything unnatural. I would also supplement with high quality, whole food based vitamins/minerals and glyconutrients. This combination should eliminate the need for vaccinations. Just my humble opinion.
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My 2 children are vaccine(poison) free and are very healthy children. They attend public school with no problems. I'm sorry but Mainstrem medicine is not for us. I prefer the natural way of doing things.
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http://www.thinktwice.com
http://www.909shot.com