The problem is that their arguments are based on wrong scientific sources. The one that has caused major impacts is a study published in The Lancet, in 1998. This study suggested a connection between the development of autism and the triple vaccine (measles, rubella, and mumps). The journal retracted the paper when it was proved that the author had falsified the results. Even though infectious diseases are uncommon in some countries (mainly developed countries), the microorganisms that cause these diseases continue to spread. And in a globalized world, they can cross geographical boundaries and infect any unprotected person, so the anti-vaccination option, it doesn’t only affect the person who decides, but also affects his entire community.
What if I don’t A person who doesn’t get vaccinated becomes a reservoir for the pathogenic microorganism and thereby helps spread it. |
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In 2013, in Wales (United Kingdom) there was a measles epidemic with more than a thousand children, between 10 and 15 years old, infected. This happened because part of the population decided to not get their children vaccinated. |
Remember! The real or false information goes viral as fast as a microscopic infection, so get vaccinated against it and do some research to know the truthfulness of the sources. Assess information to know if it is true, check the references and don’t be fooled by the sensationalism of magazines, blogs, opinion columns or socials networks that don’t include the references of scientifically proven studies. Be careful with fake news.
