💉 MEASLES VACCINE RECOMMENDATIONS BY AGE

1️⃣ Children ages 6 and older

Your child should have received TWO doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine:

First dose at 12–15 months of age.

Second dose at 4–6 years of age.

The MMR vaccine is extremely effective! Two doses provide approximately 97% protection against measles.

2️⃣ Children between 1 and 5 years of age

Your child should have received their first dose of the MMR vaccine at 12–15months.

While the second dose is routinely given at 4–6 years of age, it CAN be given earlier when needed, as long as at least 28 days have passed since the first dose of MMR.

3️⃣ Babies between 6 and 11 months of age

An EARLY dose of the MMR vaccine can be given to help protect your baby, particularly if they are traveling internationally or are at increased risk of exposure during an outbreak.

Please remember that this early dose does NOT count toward the routine vaccine series. Your child will still need TWO additional doses after their first birthday.

4️⃣ Babies younger than 6 months

Unfortunately, babies this young are not eligible to receive the measles vaccine. Protecting those around them through vaccination is especially important!

✈️ ARE YOU TRAVELING IN THE COMING MONTHS?

We strongly recommend making sure your child is appropriately vaccinated against measles before traveling, especially if you are traveling internationally or to an area experiencing an active measles outbreak.

This may mean:

Babies ages 6–11 months receiving an early dose.

Children ages 1–4 years receiving their second dose ahead of schedule.

For domestic travel, early doses may be recommended depending on the outbreak area and public health guidance.

And even if you're NOT traveling, but would simply feel more comfortable having your child protected sooner, please give us a call! We are happy to discuss the recommendations for your child's age and situation.

📞 WE ARE MAKING IT EASIER TO GET PROTECTED!

We have opened additional appointment slots to accommodate families who would like to get their children vaccinated earlier than the routine schedule.

Just give our office a call, and we will help you get your child scheduled!

We will continue to share updates and helpful information as it becomes available. In the coming days, we'll also be posting about the signs and symptoms of measles so parents know what to watch for.