[darkarmani]

> I have many friends and acquaintances who criticize me on a regular basis for not vaccinating (I only admit to it or even bring up the topic when asked directly), yet see no problem in giving their 5-year-old kids soft drinks or smoking while strolling their baby, or giving their kids Tylenol at the first mention of them not feeling well, etc.

None of those things are infectious. At least those harmful things come with a benefit. Choosing to not vaccinate your children doesn't even come with a benefit.