So, your just going to ignore the request of the host? If it was my event I and I found out I would ask you to not attend any more of my events.
When it comes to protecting my self and my family I will protect them, if that means not going to that event then so be it but if the host asked you not to wear your seatbelt when driving to the event would you? If they ask you to do something unsafe would you do it just because they asked?