To Vaccinate your Children or Not? Clarifying the Myths and Misconceptions

Myths and misconceptions may make some parents uneasy when it comes to vaccinating their children. We spoke with those for and against vaccinations--to clear up some of the misinformation… Autism and febrile seizures are just two of the side effects some parents fear when it comes to vaccinating their children. Orfy Marroquin's 8 year-old daughter received her first vaccinations at birth...however, Marroquin now says her daughter will never be vaccinated again--but to possible side effects. The myth that vaccinations cause diseases was brought up 20 years ago in a laboratory in England, nevertheless, county authorities urge the community to vaccinate children--specifically for polio, measles, and diphtheria. On the other hand, Selene Ruiz, keeps a strict record of her two year old son Marcelo’s vaccinations, she says his health is her priority.