I'm under the distinct belief that this is not generally justifiable.
certainly, the flu can be devastating to someone with a compromised or not-so-functional immune system (like the elderly, says the TeeVee), but for most people it just means getting rather sick. in fact, I think that for most people, getting a flu shot is a convenience like 24-hour drug stores: they aren't necessary, but they let you use each hour of your day effectively and efficiently.
it's good to get sick occasionally; it builds character. the flu isn't a serious condition unless you've already got one, so we ought to just grow up and deal with it.
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Date: 2005-04-05 07:35 am (UTC)certainly, the flu can be devastating to someone with a compromised or not-so-functional immune system (like the elderly, says the TeeVee), but for most people it just means getting rather sick. in fact, I think that for most people, getting a flu shot is a convenience like 24-hour drug stores: they aren't necessary, but they let you use each hour of your day effectively and efficiently.
it's good to get sick occasionally; it builds character. the flu isn't a serious condition unless you've already got one, so we ought to just grow up and deal with it.