As parents we always try to do what is best for our children. Not long ago one had just the option of trusting his doctor regarding health issues. Nowadays there is so much information available around us that we can afford to trust our instincts and still make an informed decision.
This is what Dr. Richard Halvorsen offers in his book The Truth About Vaccines: Making the Right Decision for Your Child, the possibility of making your decision based on facts and valuable information as a result of seven years of research.
In his book we are presented chapter by chapter with each disease, each vaccine, its ingredients, its secondary effects, its benefits, different case studies through the years. It presents a balanced discussion of the pros and cons of vaccination in a clear language, using plain vocabulary in spite of the medical context and still full of references for all those who might want to explore the issues further.
Surprisingly, Dr. R. Halvorsen is not anti-vaccination but pro-choice, he is in favour of presenting the parents with all the relevant information to enable them to make an informed decision, to balance the risks of the disease versus the risks of the vaccines, he also advises a personalised approach to each child.
In general, an excellent and highly recommended book to help you make up your mind and make the right decision for your child.
