Tag: vaccination
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Australia’s Vaccination Policy: A Model for Other Nations?
Get Pregnant Fast Australia is taking a firm stance against parents who choose not to vaccinate their children, raising an important question: should other nations, like the United States, follow suit? In a significant policy shift, Australia is set to implement a measure early this year that will deny benefits to parents who refuse vaccinations…
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How I’ve Disappointed My Super Crunchy Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Back in the ’70s, my parents embraced a lifestyle that leaned heavily into natural health and wellness, shaped significantly by my father’s chiropractic practice. Their approach to holistic living was ahead of its time, and while they didn’t fit the mold of traditional hippies, their choices were certainly inspired by those values.…
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7 Sarcastic Reasons to Avoid Vaccinating Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get one thing straight: I am a firm believer in vaccination. It’s vital to state that upfront. I have faith in science and the dedicated medical professionals who tirelessly work to prevent diseases that can easily be avoided. However, there are a few anti-vaccine myths that need to be debunked. First…
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8 Ridiculous Reasons People Avoid Getting a Flu Shot
Get Pregnant Fast As the warm days of summer slip away and brisk autumn air sets in, I know it’s time for my least favorite seasonal ritual: the flu shot debate. It seems every year, someone shares a sensational article about the alleged dangers of flu vaccinations, and as a healthcare professional, I can’t help…
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Mother Shares Heart-wrenching Photos of Her Infant with Whooping Cough to Encourage Vaccination
Get Pregnant Fast In an era where vaccines are readily available, it’s shocking that some parents still opt not to protect their children from preventable diseases. One mother is taking a brave stand by sharing emotional images of her infant battling whooping cough, aiming to remind all parents that vaccination is crucial—not just for their…
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I Got the Flu While Pregnant: What I Wish I’d Known
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, future moms! So, I’m here to share my experience of battling the flu during the 26th week of my pregnancy. Honestly, I felt like I was hit by a truck. Up until that point, my pregnancy had been pretty smooth sailing—I was still running about 15 miles a week, everything…
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New Research Validates What We Suspected: Anti-Vaccine Movement Poses Health Risks to All
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, whenever a measles or pertussis outbreak occurs, the usual suspects—anti-vaccine advocates—are often blamed. It stands to reason that individuals who forgo vaccinations without medical justification would play a significant role in the spread of these preventable diseases. However, until now, we lacked concrete data to substantiate this claim. A…
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Monkeypox and Pregnancy: What Expecting Moms Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, friends! If you’re pregnant or planning to be, you might be wondering about monkeypox and its implications for your pregnancy. While it’s still a relatively rare disease, there are some key points every expectant mom should be aware of. What is Monkeypox? Monkeypox is a viral infection that causes symptoms…
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Parents Face Suspended Jail Time Over Vaccination Refusal
Get Pregnant Fast In a notable case from France, a couple has been handed a suspended jail sentence for their refusal to vaccinate their young children against critical diseases such as polio, tetanus, and diphtheria. This incident highlights that the anti-vaccine movement is not just a phenomenon limited to the United States. The parents, Jean…
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Conversations with a Non-Vaccinating Parent: Insights Worth Considering
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I had an eye-opening discussion with a parent who has chosen not to vaccinate her children. As someone who has read the prevailing narratives around anti-vaxxers—often labeling them as selfish or uninformed—I wanted to understand her perspective. Some of her thoughts resonated with me, while others made me pause for reflection.…