The history of
Immunology largely involves the discovery of vaccines. Vaccines have
undoubtedly saved millions of lives over the decades they have been used.
However vaccines are not without controversy. Many people think that there is a
link between vaccine use and
childhood syndromes like autism.Another controversy involving vaccines is there use in modern warfare. Apparently, the CIA sponsored military intelligence team which gathered information about Osama Bin Laden gained access to his living area by posing as a humanitarian team distributing polio vaccines. Although the elimination of the terrorist Bin Laden was a victory for the U.S. the spread of the polio vaccine in Pakistan and other areas may now be hampered.
Do some research and examine the evidence. Do you think there is a link between autism and vaccine use?
Would you or will you have your children vaccinated?
Do you think polio can be eradicated?
Blog responses are due Sept 5.
