by NAOMI COLEMAN, femail. co. uk
Many others are interested in the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) and its effectiveness. Here we provide you with the latest facts and figures.
Facts about the MMR vaccine:
What is the MMR vaccine? The vaccine evolved to produce an immune reaction strong enough to protect young people from the disease.
How effective is the vaccine? 90-95% of people will oppose measles after the first dose.
When to vaccinate a child? The first dose will be given by injection between 12 and five months of age. The second dose by injection between 3 and five years of age.
Are there any children who deserve not to be vaccinated?Very few children cannot be vaccinated. Even children with severe allergies can be vaccinated. Some children who are taking medication deserve not to get the vaccine. You should tell your doctor first.
How long should a child be immunized after vaccination?Children will remain immunized for at least 27 years.
Is the vaccine more harmful than the disease? The Ministry of Health recommends the vaccine. Recent evidence that measles can damage the immune system.
Vaccine availability: In the UK, all children aged 12 to 18 months receive the MMR vaccine which will protect them against measles, mumps and rubella.
Measles and pregnancy: If you’re planning to get pregnant, you should make sure you’re vaccinated against measles, unless you’ve already had the disease. If you had it once, you may not have it again. Having a pregnancy with measles can lead to infection in the fetus and, in the worst case, death of the baby.
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