Post date: 30/09/2024 – 10:00am
Protecting Children’s Rights Against the Institutional Promotion of Vaccinations
Recently, many educational institutions in Poland, under pressure from global pharmaceutical companies, have started promoting vaccination programmes for children. Unfortunately, these actions may violate fundamental human rights, especially those of children, who are unable to defend themselves against such practices. This article refers to the situation in Poland, based on Polish law and the Polish educational system.
Schools and the Advertising of Medicinal Products
According to the provisions of the Polish Pharmaceutical Law, any promotional activities regarding vaccinations within schools are illegal. Article 53(3) of the Pharmaceutical Law explicitly prohibits directing advertisements for medicinal products at children. Promotional activities carried out in schools, such as distributing guides to parents or lesson plans encouraging vaccinations, are completely unacceptable. Additionally, Article 55 prohibits implying that a healthy person will improve their health by taking a product or that failing to take the product will worsen their health.
Vaccinations as a Threat to Children’s Health
Moreover, there is substantial evidence pointing to severe side effects of vaccinations, including cases of paralysis, serious injuries, and, in some situations, even death. The HPV vaccine (Gardasil) is one example of a vaccine that has sparked significant controversy. The case of 13-year-old Noah Foley, who died due to complications from the Gardasil vaccine, is a tragic testament to how dangerous such vaccinations can be.
Nuremberg Code
Promoting vaccinations that may result in injury or death contradicts the Nuremberg Code, which prohibits medical experiments if there is reason to believe they could lead to serious health consequences. The Nuremberg Code, a key international standard for ethical medical practice, is relevant here because the fifth and sixth points of the Code clearly state that no experiments should be carried out if there is a risk of injury or death, and the benefits must outweigh the risks.
Parents’ Right to Data Protection
Parents’ rights to protect their children’s personal data, particularly health-related data, are also violated by vaccination promotion campaigns. The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) prohibits the processing of such data without explicit parental consent. Schools that collect information about the vaccination status of students may face substantial fines.
How Guardians of Polish & Christian Heritage are Fighting Against This Practice?
Guardians of Polish & Christian Heritage, a Polish organisation dedicated to protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms, is actively engaged in combating vaccination propaganda that violates the rights of children and their parents. The organisation, guided by its Detailed Statute, undertakes a series of actions aimed at protecting Polish society from institutional terrorism, including the illegal promotion of vaccinations.
Actions Taken by the Guardians:
- Reporting violations to law enforcement and international institutions – In accordance with Article 1.2a of the Detailed Statute, the Guardians report cases of rights violations, including vaccination promotion in schools, to law enforcement and international human rights organisations.
- Educating the public – As part of its educational mission, the organisation informs parents and schools about the risks associated with vaccination propaganda, including the side effects that may arise from irresponsible approaches to children’s health. Article 1.2c of the Statute obliges the Guardians to carry out educational activities directed at Polish communities.
- Fighting for the life and health of children – The Guardians are particularly focused on protecting the life and health of children, who are the most vulnerable to institutional pressure. In line with Article 1.3 of the Detailed Statute, life is considered a paramount value, and the Guardians oppose all practices that endanger children’s health and life, including inappropriate medical practices.
- Monitoring the activities of educational institutions – The organisation provides social oversight over the actions of public officials and educational institutions involved in promoting vaccinations. Thanks to collected evidence and analysis of school activities, the Guardians can undertake legal interventions to defend children and their families.
- Protection against institutional terrorism – According to Articles 2.5 and 2.6 of the Statute, the Guardians fight against all forms of institutional terrorism, including attempts to impose compulsory vaccination and the demoralisation of children. The organisation opposes campaigns aimed at manipulating public opinion on public health issues.
Conclusion
The activities of the Guardians of Polish & Christian Heritage aim to protect individual rights, especially those of vulnerable groups such as children, from the influence of institutions promoting unverified and potentially dangerous vaccinations. The organisation is actively fighting against forced vaccinations, supporting parents and schools in defending children’s rights to health and safety. Each of us can join this mission by safeguarding freedom of choice and protecting the youngest from the unlawful influence of pharmaceutical corporations.
Download the Opinion Document on the Protection of Children’s Rights
If you would like to learn more about how to protect children from institutional pressure related to vaccination promotion, download our detailed Opinion Document. This document provides comprehensive information on the legal basis and examples of effective actions that can be taken to ensure the protection of children’s rights in schools.
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Download the Document (only in PL lang) – PDF
The document is an opinion letter addressing concerns about the promotion of HPV vaccinations in Polish schools. It argues that such actions violate children’s rights and could be seen as a form of institutional pressure. Here’s a summary of the key points in a way that would be clear for a British reader:
- Legal Concerns: The letter states that promoting vaccinations in schools violates Polish law, particularly the Pharmaceutical Law, which prohibits advertising medicinal products to children. It highlights that schools should not be involved in vaccination campaigns, as it can be seen as a breach of this law.
- Health Risks: The document raises concerns about the potential side effects of the HPV vaccine, such as paralysis, severe injuries, and even death in rare cases. It refers to the tragic case of a 13-year-old boy, Noah Foley, who died after receiving the HPV vaccine, Gardasil. This is presented as a cautionary example of the risks associated with promoting vaccinations without proper consideration of the consequences.
- Ethical Standards: The letter refers to the Nuremberg Code, an international set of ethical guidelines for medical practices, which prohibits conducting medical experiments that could harm individuals. It suggests that promoting vaccines with known risks could be seen as unethical and against these standards.
- Data Protection: The document highlights that collecting data on students’ vaccination status without parental consent violates data protection laws, specifically the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), which applies in both Poland and across the EU. It warns that schools could face legal consequences for breaching these regulations.
- Call for Action: The letter calls on schools to stop promoting vaccinations, describing this as inappropriate and potentially harmful to children’s health. It argues that schools should not be pressured into supporting vaccination programmes without proper legal and ethical considerations.
In summary, the letter is a formal appeal to protect children’s rights by ending the promotion of HPV vaccinations in schools, emphasising that such actions may violate both legal standards and ethical principles.