Vaccinations; recent developments

[SeaMonkey]

There really isn't much evidence to suggest you do this.  So don't worry.

When one is stuck within the Matrix one has very
limited vision.  Fear not, your eyes too will be opened
when the time is right.  All will be awakened whether
they wish it or not.

[sarkeizen]

When one is stuck within the Matrix one has very...

See, it requires no effort to make sweeping generalizations and imply that someone is mistaken.  However to clearly state a point and defend it does.  Hence, by your own admission once again.  You don't really put any effort in here.

[marathonman]

I think it is hilarious to see people scramble every year like good little dumb robots to get their flu shots that have been proven time and time again that they are totally ineffective against fighting anything except your immune system and causing all kinds of heath problems. not to mention they have trace amounts of mercury and lead derivatives that do massive damage to your brain, liver, nervous system, sterility  and God knows what else.
i have stupid friends that get these idiotic shots every year and are sick all the time but someone like myself that knows better than to fall for this bull crap and knows the truth have been completely healthy like (forever).
The MOB owns 51% of the Pharmaceutical Companies so you do the math (if that's possible)

[allcanadian]

@Sark

Yawn.  Like talking to a 4th grader. Sure what you say is often your opinion
however it's rarely purely your opinion.  When someone says "the risks outweigh
the benefits" they are referencing something that is not purely a matter of
opinion.

Oh your such a sweet talker, lol, So my opinion is not really my opinion even if I said it is according to you, I think. Uhm ok let's just leave it at that then.  
AC

[allcanadian]

@Mark E

Let's suppose that this year's vaccine prevents flu in exactly 50%of patients
who receive the vaccination.  Please explain what additional information, if
any, that you would evaluate before making a recommendation for or against a
given segment of the population getting the vaccination or skipping it.

I would recommend everyone review both sides of the argument for and against the issue for themselves and not believe something from someone they do not even know such as me. Personally I get the flu once every few years for a day or so and then I'm good to go. As such a flu shot which may only be 50% effective and may have some serious side effects makes absolutely no sense for me. It is not even a minor inconvenience for me so really I see no point in it whatsoever.
My concern is that the government and pharmaceutical agencies seem to be saying the flu shot is "safe and effective". However at the same time the media is saying the flu shot may only work 50% of the time and that there may be serious side effects. I don't know who is correct, how could I, but I do know someone is most likely wrong and I would rather be safe than sorry. I simply offered an alternative view to the main stream one , no more no less.
AC