People in NJ are among the Least Vaccinated in the Country

Before the Covid-19 pandemic, many, if not most people in our country didn't think twice about getting vaccinated for various diseases.

For many people over a certain age, as well as those with compromised immune systems, vaccinations can help prevent or at least lessen the likelihood of getting infected with illnesses that can do serious damage.

Many other people would get a yearly flu vaccination to help decrease the probability of contracting the flu.

Up until the pandemic, the choice to get vaccinated was left up to the individual.

That all changed when Covid-19 struck.

The pressure to get vaccinated was intense.  In some cases, people's ability to work depended on an individual getting vaccinated.

Now that the pandemic is over, and more is learned about Covid-19 vaccinations, the tide seems to have turned, with many people now refusing vaccinations of any kind.

This is especially true here in New Jersey, where people seem to have rebelled against the system, and now refuse to be vaccinated for anything.

In fact, according to a report in Wallethub.com, the people who live in New Jersey, are among the least vaccinated in the country.

Among adults and elderly people, New Jersey ranks 48 in the number of people getting their injections.

When it comes to Children and teenagers, New Jersey ranks 33rd in the country.

Overall, New Jersey ranks number 43.

Nevada, Wyoming, Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Alaska, and Mississippi all have lower vaccination rates.

The states with the highest vaccination levels are Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island.

Many people simply have a mistrust of the government.

The problem we're faced with as a country is that we risk seeing a resurgence of childhood illnesses that have been eradicated.

The situation is exasperated by the high number of people coming into our country from lesser-developed countries.

We could see many illnesses return because they are being brought in from other countries.

The choice of whether or not to vaccinate is a personal one, and you should have a serious discussion about your feelings with a trusted medical professional.

Source:  Wallethub.com