“Why I still get vaccinated” Matthew Loftus’ article in Christianity Today, talks about the risk associated with vaccines and why or why not you should get them anyway. Worry over allergic reactions that may occur and how severe they could be, ranging from a rash to death. Stories from others and their experiences have a profound effect on others opinions. Looking at the big picture of risk versus reward is vital for making informed decisions. Concern over vaccines in recent years is on the rise. The worry over vaccines has grown, causing outbreaks in certain areas. Diseases that are preventable are making a comeback because, parents believe the risk of something negative happening is too great. This has caused an anti-vaccine movement, and many of its members state that vaccine preventable diseases were on the decline before vaccines were widely used. The theory they have is that the materials used to create them will do more harm to your body. Then there are all the stories around that further sway societies views. The drugs used to treat and prevent disease often times come with side effects. To cure one thing and possible create another problem, makes people ask if it is worth it. The ads on television tend to scare people more than encourage you to get the medication. Thus, you must look at the big picture of the risk versus reward, how severe is the disease and what are the problems that can be caused. Science continually tries to improve upon existing vaccines and other medications. Mild reactions such as fever and a mild rash are acceptable to many. For others a religious stand point takes precedence, many Christians believe that some vaccines are made using cell lines from aborted babies. Others care strictly about health at any cost, this is perceived health though. In conclusion, deciding
