Anashim Nechbadim
PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH. It doesn’t take a Ph.D. to understand the basics of the scientific method or how to evaluate non-experimental and experimental research studies (although having one does give you an edge). The fundamental principle is this:
Only true experiments can establish a cause-and-effect relationship between variables. Non-experimental research cannot demonstrate a cause- and-effect relationship.
Most of the research conducted investigating the effects and effectiveness of vaccines has been NON-experimental, due to the ethical issue of using a control (comparison) group with non-vaccinated children. Studies that have been conducted using time series designs (non-experimental) definitely challenge the belief (yes, it is a belief) that vaccines are effective in eradicating diseases. The research that investigates the association between vaccines and negative effects (autism, asthma) are correlational – again NON-experimental. The reality is we have along road ahead of us in collecting scientific evidence about the short and long term benefits/risks of tens of doses of chilhhood vaccinations children are receiving. So, let’s be tolerant. For those who vaccinate, according to vaccine theory, your children are immunized and should have very little chance of catching childhood diseases (very little in life is fool-proof). Parents who have chosen not to vaccinate are not irresponsible, rotzchim, etc. It is likely that they have done research and/or asked their daas torah before being poraish from the tzibbur. We need not be afraid to question past medical/ societal practices. For those of you who don’t understand why the vaccine issue isn’t totally 100% beneficial with no risks at all, please ask to see the list of vaccine ingredients and the leaflet describing the risks involved in vaccines during your next visit to the pediatrician. May it be a year of only health for Gans Klal Yisroel.
P.S. Whether the letter is fact or fiction is no excuse for slandering talmidei chachamim