Vaccinations

From the age of 8 weeks old we receive countless vaccinations. These we are told stop many illnesses, some of which are making a comeback. Doctors point the finger in part at the anti-vaccination movement.

Some people view the anti-vaccination movement as heroes fighting the tyranny of global drugs corporations. Others think they are a danger to society. Today's programme look at why some parents refuse to vaccinate their children, and whether there is any basis for what they say.

Caller Dave Chilliston offers a cautionary tale on why you should get vaccinated.

The final word goes to Dr Sarah Jarvis who says she had her children vaccinated.