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Dr. Bob Sears’ vaccine skepticism is dangerous…

To the editor: It is sad that widespread vaccination is even debatable. (“Dr. Bob Sears’ views on vaccines have inspired loyal followers — and a crush of criticism,” Sept. 3)

The smallpox vaccine, given to every infant born before 1975, alone contained more antigens, or “immune load” (a term used to frighten parents who haven’t gone to medical school), than all of the current vaccinations recommended between birth and 2 years of age combined…