The MMR vaccine is a "3-in-1" vaccine that protects against measles, mumps, and rubella -- all of which are potentially serious diseases of childhood.

Vaccine - MMR; Rubella vaccination; Mumps vaccination; Measles - mumps - rubella (MMR) vaccine

WHO SHOULD GET THIS VACCINE

The MMR is one of the recommended childhood immunizations. Usually, proof of MMR vaccination is needed to go to school.

• The first shot is given when the child is 12 to 15 months old. To make sure the child is properly protected, the vaccine must not be given too early.
• A second MMR shot is given before a child enters school at 4 - 6 years, but may be given at any time after that. Some states require a second MMR before a child starts kindergarten.

Adults 18 years or older who were born after 1956 should also receive the MMR vaccine if:

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Review Date: 12/15/2010
Reviewed By: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)