Vaccinations in both concept and practice are incredibly old compared to many orthodox medical treatments. Small pox vaccinations began in the 1700s (thank you Edward Jenner) and variolation is far older. Vaccination is not perfect, but undermining it in the name of conspiracy reeks of witch trials — the real ones where women were burned at the stake for being, well, women. It's absurd and has no place. But this isn't about saving lives or preventing unintended consequences. It's about power — that and insanity.
Nicely done. I assume you've heard of John Green's new book, "Everything is Tuberuclosis." It's brilliant and I highly recommend. Parts of your story reminded me of that book.
Beautifully written, and love the context of your maternal grandfather’ medical practice and outcomes without modern medicine. But how the hell do you remember the names of medical papers you read at age 11?????
Thanks, Joseph! Much appreciated.
Vaccinations in both concept and practice are incredibly old compared to many orthodox medical treatments. Small pox vaccinations began in the 1700s (thank you Edward Jenner) and variolation is far older. Vaccination is not perfect, but undermining it in the name of conspiracy reeks of witch trials — the real ones where women were burned at the stake for being, well, women. It's absurd and has no place. But this isn't about saving lives or preventing unintended consequences. It's about power — that and insanity.
Great post, Scott. Thanks, and keep them coming. Lee
Nicely done. I assume you've heard of John Green's new book, "Everything is Tuberuclosis." It's brilliant and I highly recommend. Parts of your story reminded me of that book.
This is excellent and thorough information and I appreciate the personal story that brought you here. Keep on writing!
Beautifully written, and love the context of your maternal grandfather’ medical practice and outcomes without modern medicine. But how the hell do you remember the names of medical papers you read at age 11?????
I went back and found list of articles in the Lancet the year I read it!
I've lived 76 years taking the recommended vaccinations along the way. What RFK is doing is so irresponsible.