MMR

Procrastination should be the name of this blog because I'm not doing anyyyyyything! I tried to read an article on Global Warming (Blah), caught the end of the debate, & raided the kitchen (ending up with Pringles. I'm not even hungry-just bored). When I go to school from 8-5, I'm worthless afterwards. Sad, eh? By the time I check my personal & school email, my online classes, and Facebook, I'm ready to hit the sack. I would be more productive had my computer not crashed a month ago. Now, all of the Microsoft Office programs are gone, and I cannot find the codes for them since I've moved. This cuts out 3/4 of the work I should be doing. I'm getting up early and heading to the computer lab tomorrow to get busy!

For my new job, I've had to do the typical protocols- TB skin tests and titers to see if your antibodies are still immune to Hep B, MMR, Varicella zoster (chkn pox), etc. Well, having started nursing school last January, I've already had all of this blood work done, in which, I did need a Hepatitis B booster. I received that series of shots over 10yrs ago. I figured this was probably normal. Also, with all of the hospitalizations I've had with thyroid complications, I figured it probably took a toll on my immune system. The results came in, and my Rubella needs boosting!! AH!

I wouldn't be alarmed, but MMR (Measles, Mumps, & Rubella) are back on the rise. Why? Primarily because of parents who do not agree or are too scared to get their children vaccinated. This may be just my crazy brain coming up with some concoction, but that is very idiotic to me! Why not prevent something before it happens?! It's called Primary Prevention and can be utilized for so many great things. I guess it upsets me because I would be livid had I gotten Rubella from some little kid. I did my part by getting my vaccine, and I expect everyone else should too. Another topic- Gardasil. EVERY YOUNG GIRL NEEDS IT! In no way does this promote sexual behavior. If anything, it should make these little girls afraid! As scary as the world is, give your contribution by trying to save it; even if it's just a little bit. If there was a vaccine for lung cancer, everyone would get it. The top risk factor for lung cancer- smoking -. Would these parents who don't want to vaccinate their children to prevent cervical cancer willingly receive the lung cancer vaccine? It's all about perspective. Step out of the box, so that you can peep back in. It's a whole new ball field looking in. It wouldn't hurt for me to do the same.

I know I come across as hot headed and opinionated, which I can be sometimes. However, I really am a happy go lucky, upbeat person. I enjoy smiling at people and saying, "Hello, how are you?". (depending on the situation...remember the anxiety!). I love to laugh and spend 88% of my day doing so. Just wanted to apologize if I seem kind of mean! -It's just a little edge I have about myself! Ha:)