MMR Vaccine
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
The MMR vaccine is a combination of three vaccines in one shot. It helps protect you from measles, mumps and rubella, three potentially serious viral illnesses. Healthcare providers recommend two doses. Kids usually get one dose between the ages of 12 and 15 months and another between the ages of 4 and 6.
What is the MMR vaccine?
Is MMR a live vaccine?
Yes, the MMR vaccine contains weakened (attenuated) live viruses. These weakened viruses won’t give you the full-blown illness if you have a healthy immune system. But, after vaccination, your immune system will recognize the viruses and should have the tools to fight it off if you’re exposed to one of them in the future (immunity).
Do you need the MMR vaccine as an adult?
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You might. If you haven’t had two doses of the live (attenuated) MMR vaccine or if you’re unsure about your vaccination history, talk to your provider about what they recommend. Unless you have certain health conditions (like a weakened immune system), they might suggest getting at least one shot.
They also might recommend getting additional doses if:
- You work in healthcare
- You or your child is going off to college and you’re unsure of vaccination history
- You plan to travel internationally
- You’re in an area where measles or mumps is spreading, or plan to travel to one (public health experts may recommend another dose during a mumps outbreak)
- You’re considering pregnancy and you’re unsure of your vaccination history — your provider may recommend an MMR before you get pregnant (wait at least 28 days after the shot to get pregnant)
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