The Chomsky’s have become advocates for the use of Gardasil, the vaccine for HPV or the Human Papillomavirus.
The Chomsky’s believe the vaccine could have prevented Caryn’s cancer.
They along with their doctor believe the vaccine should be widely used by girls and women across the country.
Dr. Rebecca Stern told CBS4 News, “I’ve seen a significant increase in the detection of HPV. I really think the vaccination is a medical breakthrough.”
Legislators in Florida tried to make the vaccine mandatory but that effort failed.
Some in the legislature argued the vaccine could promote sexual activity among girls and young women. ~ Interesting story at CBS4.com
If you take the time to read the entire story I think you will be fascinated. In a nutshell, Caryn is a cancer survivor who didn’t think she could have kids. Her mother steps in at age 59 and offers to have the couple’s baby through invitro fertilization. It’s an amazing story of love and sacrifice.
It’s unfortunate that the effort to make the vaccine mandatory failed because some argued that the vaccine would promote sexual activity. It’s one thing to say that the measure failed because they want the government to stay out of their medical choices. It’s a completely different ball game when somebody says it’s not going to be mandatory because they think it will encourage more teens to have sex.
Adults need to stop worrying about their teens having sex. No matter how much you talk to them and hope that they make good choices they are going to do what they want to do and if they are going to have sex they will find a way to have sex.
I’m so frustrated that somebody could place the possibility of teens having sex (which will never go away) above and beyond cancer prevention!
In any case, I’m thrilled that this couple were able to have children and that the twins have a Mom who is cancer free today!
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