We also urge all public health authorities to undertake an objective study of the scientific literature regarding immunization risk and injury, as well as a full consideration of the implications of any mandatory medication policy on basic human and American rights and freedoms. ICA's letter to the Iowa House Committee was signed by Association President Dr. Robert Hoffman and reflects ICA's historic commitment to patient choice and personal control over individual health care decisions. ICA's Board of Directors has adopted a formal policy statement on the issue of personal control over immunization and vaccination decisions and this policy position was also provided to the Iowa legislators. This position statement reflects ICA's understanding of the importance of natural immunity and the significant risks that accompany artificial vaccination procedures. The International Chiropractors Association recognizes that the use of vaccines is not without risk and questions the wisdom of mass vaccination programs.
Chiropractic principles favor the enhancement of natural immunity over artificial immunization.
The ICA supports each individual s right to select his or her own health care and to be made aware of the possible adverse effects of vaccines upon a human body. In accordance with such principles and based upon the individual s right to freedom of choice, the ICA is opposed to compulsory programs which infringe upon such rights. The International Chiropractors Association is supportive of a conscience clause or waiver in compulsory vaccination laws, providing an elective course of action for all regarding immunization, thereby allowing patients freedom of choice in matters affecting their bodies and health. It is vitally important that the chiropractic profession work to preserve individual control over personal health decisions. We see this as a matter of fundamental human rights and I am proud of ICA for courageously articulating this position.