B.C. measles outbreak infects Washington state resident

[Twila]

It's travelling.


A U.S. health officer has confirmed that an American resident contracted measles while in B.C.

B.C. measles outbreak infects Washington state resident | Globalnews.ca

 

[Cliffy]

Measles are part of growing up and developing an immune system. Most of us had it growing up, so what is the big deal? More over protecting kids from life.

 

[Twila]

Measles are part of growing up and developing an immune system. Most of us had it growing up, so what is the big deal? More over protecting kids from life.

Encephalitis and death. It happens to some children. That's why they want to prevent it. So that some kids don't die.

 

[Tecumsehsbones]

Encephalitis and death. It happens to some children. That's why they want to prevent it. So that some kids don't die.

Oh, those sentimental goofs!

 

[Twila]

Oh, those sentimental goofs!

I know, eh. they should just do what people use to do. Have 10 kids and hope enough survive childhood to help you in your old age.

 

[Spade]

People who do not get their shots or have their children vaccinated, place themselves, their families, and others in jeopardy. I would support their decision if only they fell ill and suffered the effects, but... It is a very selfish and dangerous decision.

It is analogous to drinking and driving. The innocent suffer.

 

[Twila]

People who do not get their shots or have their children vaccinated, place themselves, their families, and others in jeopardy. I would support their decision if only they fell ill and suffered the effects, but... It is a very selfish and dangerous decision.

I rely on herd immunity due to an deathly allergic reaction to the vaccinations as a baby. I'm now hoping they'll have changed their formula or I've grown out of the reaction so I can get vaccinated. Feeling scared to say the least.

 

[Spade]

Vaccinations strengthen the immune system without going the the obvious risk of disease.