There are people out there who are immuno-compromised who are unable to get vaccines, as they will cause the full fledged disease to erupt. They are protected by the communal vaccinations of those around them. So if you are able to get a vaccine, get it, you are only helping your fellow man. Those who don't may end up being a carrier, but not infected by, of a disease, and putting others at risk.
Having worked, in multiple clinical settings, in healthcare for many years, I have naturally built up my own set of anti-bodies from the constant minor exposures I received, so I can see her logic. But I always got a flu shot when offered. I wasn't about to put a patients health at risk for my own pride.
If she worked in an office building or such, then I can accept her refusing a flu shot. But as a practicing nurse, I feel it's extremely unprofessional to do so.
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