Under 1 year old

The MMR vaccine is not recommended under normal circumstances. However, infants as young as 6 months can receive it if they are exposed to measles, traveling to an outbreak area, or at high risk. They will still need two additional doses later.

1-6 years old

– First dose: 12-15 months old
– Second dose: 4-6 years old
– If both doses are needed for catch-up, they must be at least 28 days apart.

7-19 years old

Anyone who has not received two doses should get vaccinated. Catch-up doses should be given 28 days apart.

Adults

If you were born in 1957 or after, lack documentation of vaccination, or lack evidence of immunity, you should be vaccinated with 1 or 2 doses depending on indication, especially if you:
– Attend college or trade school
– Work in healthcare
– Travel internationally
– Are a woman of childbearing age (not pregnant)

Pregnant women

Do not receive the MMR vaccine while pregnant. Wait until after delivery.

Exposed to measles?

If exposed, you should get vaccinated within 72 hours if you:
– Are not fully vaccinated or immune
– Were born in 1957 or after
– Are older than 6 months
– Are not pregnant or immunocompromised