It is important to realize, however, that vaccines are most advantageous when the majority of children in the country have been immunized so that “herd immunity” can come into play. That way, all children across the entire nation can be protected from diseases like the German measles and the whooping cough, and if enough time is allowed to pass, these diseases could be entirely wiped out. Hence, childhood vaccinations should be required if people wish to keep today’s as well as future generations safe from life-threatening viruses. Right now, a child may literally be just a handshake away from contracting the whooping cough, but if people choose to mandate child vaccinations, then that child can be saved, and much heartache can be
It is important to realize, however, that vaccines are most advantageous when the majority of children in the country have been immunized so that “herd immunity” can come into play. That way, all children across the entire nation can be protected from diseases like the German measles and the whooping cough, and if enough time is allowed to pass, these diseases could be entirely wiped out. Hence, childhood vaccinations should be required if people wish to keep today’s as well as future generations safe from life-threatening viruses. Right now, a child may literally be just a handshake away from contracting the whooping cough, but if people choose to mandate child vaccinations, then that child can be saved, and much heartache can be