The free Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine is a safe and effective way of protecting people against measles, as well as mumps and rubella.
It’s important for parents to take up the offer of MMR vaccination for their children when offered at one year of age and as a pre-school booster at three years, four months of age, not only to protect themselves but others as well.
If children and young adults have missed these vaccinations in the past, it’s important to take up the vaccine now particularly in light of the recent cases across England.
If you’re unsure that you, or your child has had the MMR vaccine you can check on the NHS App or call the surgery.
Most healthy adults will have developed some immunity to measles but can still receive two doses of the vaccine. It’s never too late to catch up, and you can get the MMR vaccine for free on the NHS whatever your age.
Measles is highly infectious and can spread very quickly. Measles usually starts with cold-like symptoms, followed by a rash a few days later. Some people may also get small spots in their mouth. More information about Measles is on the NHS website.
