Our blog represents the voices of people who rely on vaccines for safety and health, people who have suffered the consequences of living without vaccines, and those who want to speak up to encourage others to get vaccinated. Read and share their stories, or contact us to share your story.
Herd Immunity Keeps Me Safe
Many people with my cancer don’t die from the cancer itself but from infectious disease.
Meningitis Put My Freshman Year on Hold
Always be mindful of the temptation to think 'it would never happen to me.'
How I Found Out I Had Hepatitis B
No one can guarantee that you won’t be exposed to the virus for the rest of their life.
Staying Hopeful with Hepatitis B
The stress that this virus has caused me and my family can be prevented with a vaccine.
Diphtheria Cost My Sister Her Life
When I was younger, I never thought being unvaccinated was a problem.
I Wish I Knew How Bad Pertussis Could Be
When offered the Tdap vaccine, I refused, not knowing its importance.
Autism, Parenting, and Anti-Vaccine Myths
My son was diagnosed with autism at age three. I soon found myself falling down the conspiracy rabbit hole.Â
How RSV Affects the Whole Family
Starting daycare at the peak of cold and flu season was a choice that wasn’t really a choice at all.
I Struggled with HPV-Related Cancer. Our Kids Don’t Have To.
HPV cancers don't have to overshadow the next generation if we vaccinate our young people now
My Brutal Battle with HPV-Related Cancer
If I could’ve had a vaccine to prevent my cancer, you can bet my ass I would’ve!
Overcoming Pneumoccocal Meningitis
It’s not a disease I thought I would ever get, especially at the age of 51.
Meningitis — A Poem for Prevention
I had this slight headache throughout the day; didn't recognize the faint scent of death's bouquet.