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Old 11-21-17, 03:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Colnago Mixte
I think I'm gonna eschew the vaccine, and try to concentrate on keeping my immune system strong. And avoid doctors with their syringes full of magical potions.

I like having that option open to me in a free country …
Based on my own vicarious experiences (my daughter, and over 25 years as a hospital RN), I've seen shingles as one of the most miserable diseases anyone can suffer. Treatment is entirely symptomatic, and seldom completely effective. I'll take the vaccine any day.
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