Thank you for your kind assessment of my blog. I'm glad you appreciate the personal and objective parts. It was important for me to deal with the science and at the same time respect the individuals who suffered--both their experience and their privacy.

Ahh...vaccines. Public health officials often wax disingenuous about risks. Of course there are risks to individuals, but public health thinks of the 'herd' and community protection. I think it would be better if they were honest up front about the levels of protection conferred and the risks involved.
However, I wouldn't want to live in an age without vaccines.

It's true I probably missed some beautiful sites, but I returned in 2000 to attend a wedding and caught up on much of that.

I hope you enjoy your trip to Turkey. My brother many years ago visited friends there and had a wonderful time. Be safe. A lot of people like you and want you to come back healthy--me included :)

With respect and warm regards,
AG