Difference between revisions of "Compulsory vaccination"
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| − | Compulsory vaccination exists in all 50 states of the [[United States]], particularly as a condition of admission to [[public school]]. | + | '''Compulsory vaccination''' exists in all 50 states of the [[United States]], particularly as a condition of admission to [[public school]]. It is meant to prevent the spreading of contagious [[disease]]s. Due to vaccinations, some ailments which were once quite feared, such as [[smallpox]] and [[polio]], are now very rare or eradicated. |
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| + | All states have a [[religious]] exemption from compulsory vaccination except [[Mississippi]] and [[West Virginia]]. | ||
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Revision as of 02:04, December 27, 2007
Compulsory vaccination exists in all 50 states of the United States, particularly as a condition of admission to public school. It is meant to prevent the spreading of contagious diseases. Due to vaccinations, some ailments which were once quite feared, such as smallpox and polio, are now very rare or eradicated.
All states have a religious exemption from compulsory vaccination except Mississippi and West Virginia.