For some vaccination proponents, the recent measles outbreak is proof positive the government should bust into the yurts of every Joe Moonbeam and Mary Windsong to immunize their children. But mandatory medical treatment, besides seeming a tad repressive, could lead to isolated communities and a rash of home schooling that might be as dangerous as disease in the long run. So what do we do? Some pundits suggested funding a vaccination for bad judgment. Of course, even if that happened, the wrong people would still refuse to get it. Weigh in at nsnews.com
Annette Alma North Vancouver "Yes, because measles is making a comeback."
Anthony Burgoyne North Vancouver "I think it should be suggested, not mandatory."
John Bueno North Vancouver "Yes, you have to think about other people's safety, especially in a country where vaccinations are free."
Jeff Schweigler North Vancouver "Yes, if it's safe, why not?"
Ken Barnes North Vancouver "Yes, it puts other people's lives in jeopardy."
