he said was expensive. He wasn't willing to do it -- even when she said she would pay for the tests. This is absolutely criminal on at least two counts. Titer testing should be covered by insurance. If you don't have insurance, it should be free. After all, it's ridiculously easy to get free vaccines. More important, the tests should be required by law after the first shot in any series. These tests could prevent many unnecessary vaccines for many children. The point I'm getting to here is, if you're lucky enough to find a doctor who will give you a medical exemption, he would probably test your child's titers, which would give you -- and the school -- proof of immunity. A FEW EXAMPLES Here are several states and their exemption laws. I have chosen these because they illustrate the wide range of specific requirements. Keep in mind that, in some states, legislators are being pressured to do away with different kinds of vaccine exemptions. So, the following information is subject to change at any time. Colorado The Colorado Medical Exemption form includes options for children in child care through grade 5 and says that "The physical condition of the above named person is such that immunization would endanger life or health or is medically contraindicated due to other medical conditions." The form must be signed by a medical doctor. [4] South Carolina In South Carolina, a licensed physician must submit a request in order to receive the medical