MMR, measles

Your questions on measles, symptoms and the MMR vaccine, answered by experts
A recent outbreak of measles is prompting questions about the life-threatening disease and how to prevent it. Here's what to know.
Measles: When to Get the MMR Vaccine, and Do You Need a Booster?
If you've already been vaccinated for measles, do you need to get a booster now that it's spreading in the US?
Do you need an MMR booster? Here's who should be revaccinated
People at high risk for infection who got the shots many years ago may want to consider getting a booster if they live in an area with an outbreak.
RFK Jr: MMR vaccine protects from measles. What's the vaccine rate in NY?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic, seemingly reversed course and touted benefits of MMR vaccine amid deadly Texas measles outbreak.
MMR vaccine: What does it protect against other than measles?
The vaccine is the only way to prevent measles, but it also prevents other illnesses. The other "M" stands for mumps, and the "R" stands for rubella. Children can also get an MMRV vaccine, which adds protection against varicella, better known as chickenpox.
Dr. Saphier on US measles outbreak and MMR vaccine hesitancy
Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down the spread of measles cases and the 'emotionally charged' debate over vaccines.
Does The Measles Vaccine Become Less Protective With Age? How To Know If You Need To Be Revaccinated
How does the measles vaccine work? The MMR vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, which means it contains a weakened form of the measles virus (as well as mumps and rubella viruses
Is an MMR Booster for Adults Necessary?
The MMR vaccine is very effective at preventing measles infection, but some people may benefit from an MMR vaccine booster. Find out more.
Should babies get a ‘bonus dose’ of the measles vaccine? Doctors say it depends
Pediatricians and public health experts said they’ve seen a surge in requests for “bonus” doses of measles immunization ...
RFK Jr. tells parents to consider MMR vaccine amid outbreak
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Ulster officials urge residents to get measles vaccine as some municipalities show low vaccination rates
As measles cases continue to rise globally, the Ulster County Department of Health urged residents to take proactive steps to ...
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Lubbock Public Health shares updates on the measles outbreak
Lubbock Public Health has seen a total of about 220 people receive the MMR vaccine since the measles outbreak reached 159 ...
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Vanderburgh Co. Health Dept. advises community to vaccinate against measles
With the current measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico, the Vanderburgh County Health Department is advising community ...
Get the Facts: Measles cases are 3 times higher this year as vaccination rates fall
Texas health officials say they are seeing some severe cases with about 20 hospitalizations, some of those patients receiving ...
As measles outbreak grows, HHS secretary says vaccination is a personal decision that can protect individuals and communities
As a measles outbreak in Texas has grown to nearly 150 cases, US Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in ...
Oklahomans are unsure if they are protected from measles, expert weighs in
As neighboring states like Texas continue to see spikes in measles cases, doctors in Oklahoma are on high alert. “The thing about measles is it’s just so contagious,” Cook said. It’s also dangerous as ...