The Case agains Hepatitis Vaccine Mandates

Hepatitis B Vacine in new borns

There may be very beneficial vaccines. However, mandating them removes the basic right patients have to have informed consent, allowing each to make their own decision. The idea is not popular, however. Informed consent takes time and effort. In addition, drug companies and others profit from mandates, which allow for more doses while sacrificing patients' autonomy and choice.