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In most cases, any competant adult can refuse any vaccine, but doing so puts that person at increased risk of the disease the vaccine is intended to prevent, and if a large enough minority refuse, the risk to the entire community is increased. This is why school system may refuse to admit students who have not been vaccinated against specific diseases.
Vaccinations are very important in keeping all of us healthy. When a certain number of a population does not get vaccinated, an otherwise uncommon disease can spread rapidly. There was a measles outbreak in the summer of 2008 that spread across 15 states, for example. (See the related links for this news story).
Polio, measles, yellow fever, and many other diseases are now virtually gone because of vaccines. Any risk of reaction from a vaccination is far outweighed by the protection against deadly diseases that vaccination provides.
Vaccines are safe- reactions are rare, and usually only consist of redness and swelling at the area of injection. Reports that vaccinations are linked to Autism are unfounded- there is absolutely no evidence that there is any link.
Vaccines are required to enroll in school in the United States. Some people keep their children out of school to avoid vaccinations.
See the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website (under related links) for much more information about vaccinations.
What else can I help you with?
Can someone refuse vaccination for smallpox?
yes...
Can someone legally refuse a vaccine suggested by the CDC?
A person can legally refuse a vaccination if he or she believes the vaccination would be against their religious beliefs or moral convictions. A Form I-160 Application for Waiver of Ground of Inadmissibility would need to be submitted.
Is it ethical for someone to refuse the vaccine?
Yes. Everyone should do their research on vaccines before taking them. There is no law that says you have to take any vaccine.
Can a liquor store legally refuse service to customers?
Yes, a liquor store can legally refuse service to customers for reasons such as intoxication, age restrictions, or disruptive behavior.
Can a private school legally refuse to enroll a student?
Yes, a private school can legally refuse to enroll a student as they have the right to set their own admission criteria and policies.
When can a business legally refuse service to a customer?
A business can legally refuse service to a customer if the customer's behavior is disruptive, if they are not following the business's policies, or if serving them would violate the law.
Can a cashier legally refuse service to a customer?
Yes, a cashier can legally refuse service to a customer as long as it is not based on discrimination against a protected characteristic such as race, gender, or religion.
Can a bank legally refuse to close your account?
Yes, a bank can legally refuse to close your account if there are outstanding fees, suspicious activity, or other valid reasons outlined in the account agreement.
Can I legally refuse a utility easement on my property?
No, you cannot legally refuse a utility easement on your property. Utility companies have the legal right to access your property for maintenance and installation of utility lines.
Is Massachusetts talking about mandating swine vaccine?
Yes they are. If you refuse to receive the vaccine, you can be voluntarily quarantined, meaning they want you to not go to school or work or out into the public areas if you are infected.
If my school asks me something and i dont want to say am i legally allowed to do that?
You can legally refuse to answer any questions you like. And, the school can legally punish you for it.
Can a business legally refuse card payments?
Yes, a business can legally refuse card payments as long as they clearly communicate their payment policies to customers and comply with any relevant laws and regulations.
