MMR Full Form- Measles, Mumps and Rubella

What is MMR? The full form of MMR is Measles, Mumps and Rubella. 

Getting the MMR vaccine is advised in order to protect against the measles, mumps, and rubella. 

The MMR vaccine should be given to children in two doses, the first administered between the ages of 12 and 15 months and the second between the ages of 4 and 6 years. Adults and teenagers should also have received their MMR shots recently. 

In the US, there are two MMR vaccines that can be used: PRIORIX and M-M-R II.  PRIORIX and M-M-R II are completely interchangeable for all indications where the MMR vaccine is advised. Additionally, children may receive the MMRV vaccination, which offers protection against varicella (chickenpox), mumps, rubella, and measles. 

The vaccination is only authorised for use in children between the ages of 12 months and 12 years.

Who should get an MMR Vaccine

• Children: It is advised that all children receive the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine in two doses, the first administered between the ages of 12 and 15 months and the second between the ages of 4 and 6 years. As long as the second dose is given to children at least 28 days after the first dose, they may receive it early.
• Post high-school students: If there is no presumption of proof of immunity, students attending post-high school educational institutions must receive two doses of the MMR vaccine, spaced at least 28 days apart.
• Certain adults: Adults that lack presumed immunity ought to receive the MMR vaccine in at least one dose. Some people might require two doses. Adults should make sure they have received two doses of the vaccination at least 28 days apart if they will be in an environment where there is a high risk of measles or mumps transmission. These adults include post high-school students, international travellers, healthcare personnel.