What You Need to Know About the MMR Vaccine
The MMR Vaccine: What is it?
The MMR vaccine is a triple viral vaccine that protects against three serious childhood diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella.
What is Made of the MMR Vaccine?
The MMR vaccine is made from live, attenuated (weakened) viruses of measles, mumps, and rubella.
Who Should Get the MMR Vaccine?
The MMR vaccine is recommended for all children between ages 12 to 15 months.
What are the Benefits of the MMR Vaccine?
- Prevents measles, mumps, and rubella
- Reduces the risk of serious complications from measles, mumps, and rubella
- Is safe and effective
What are the Risks of the MMR Vaccine?
- Mild side effects such as fever, rash, and swelling at the injection site
- Rare serious side effects such as encephalitis (swelling of the brain) and thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)
What are the Alternatives to the MMR Vaccine?
- Separate vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella
- No vaccine
I Want to Book an Appointment for My Child to Get the MMR Vaccine
If you are considering getting your child vaccinated against measles, mumps, and rubella, please talk to your doctor. They can answer any questions you have about the vaccine and help you make the best decision for your child.
References
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: MMR Vaccine
- Mayo Clinic: Measles Vaccine
- American Academy of Pediatrics: MMR Vaccine
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