(三) Undeniably, parents and pediatricians have one thing in common, that is, to help
children stay healthy. However, sometimes some of us may be in a position to object
to getting our children vaccinated. That is the so-called “vaccine controversy,” which
is seemingly contradictory to our wish if children do get sick because of this.
To prevent children from contracting such severe contagious diseases as polio,
smallpox and measles, they are advised to receive vaccines on a basis of a vaccination
schedule recommended by pediatricians. But some parents and healthcare providers,
with little experience of going through the catastrophic impact of those diseases, may
not urge children to get the shots since they are convinced vaccination shots are not
safe and that some developmental impairments are related to vaccination. With the
fact that those diseases have nearly been eradicated in the 21st
century, these parents
would rather run the risk of getting their children infected with the disease than get
immunization. The dread for disease has transformed into the suspicion of vaccine
safety. Once a life-saving advance, vaccines are now often in dispute and have
become a stumbling stone of their final triumph.
In spite of the remaining distrust, parents and pediatricians should work hand in
hand on this matter. The anxiety of those who are skeptical about vaccination should
not be neglected. Pediatricians should offer exhaustive, up-to-date scientific
information, helping parents understand that imperfect as vaccines are, serious side
effects are few, and that apparently the benefits outdo the risks. On the other hand,
parents should acknowledge that it isn’t a sensible idea to consult “Dr. Google” or
celebrities whose main intention is to promote their products or books. Neither
should they pursue the latest trend in the neighborhood. Instead, they should take into
consideration the detailed scientific evidence and then make an ultimate decision.
After all, both parents and pediatricians care about children’s health and welfare.
They should treat each other like partners instead of enemies.
【題組】65. What is the main reason that some parents do not have their children get
vaccines?
(A) Severe contagious diseases have vanished in this century.
(B) They believe vaccines might cause some other health problems.
(C) To them, vaccines are not effective since their children still get sick all the
time.
(D) They had some horrible experience of getting vaccines.
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