I find all this in-fighting that is ramping up in recent weeks quite depressing.
You're dead right regarding the debate over vaccines and to flag someone who's child has been directly affected is in poor taste.

The vibe on Steemit has changed just in the last few weeks and has been demotivating for me. I have written at least 3 decent sized posts every week since I arrived in May however I've not written a single one in 4 weeks now.
Opinion flagging, abuse and spam is ruining what was a beautiful thing, if this shit doesn't get sorted out soon this will become a blockchain Facebook!
What's the fucking point of that?