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The National Health Service (NHS) is the publicly funded healthcare system in England, and one of the four National Health Service systems in the United Kingdom.
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Toddler care & health

Measles mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine

Babies and young children are given 2 doses of the MMR vaccine as part of the NHS vaccination schedule. They're given a first dose at 1 year of age, and a second at 3 years and 4 months of age.
In Short

Please click the link for information about the Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine which protects against:

measles
mumps
rubella (german measles)
These 3 infections spread easily between people and can lead to serious problems including meningitis, blindness and hearing loss.

If you’re pregnant, getting measles can cause premature birth, miscarriage or still birth. And getting rubella can cause serious problems for your baby such as damage to their sight and hearing.

2 doses of the MMR vaccine gives you long-term protection.

Getting vaccinated also helps protect people who cannot be vaccinated, such as unborn babies, newborn babies and anyone with a weakened immune system.

DISCLAIMER
This article is for information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions. Essential Parent has used all reasonable care in compiling the information from leading experts and institutions but makes no warranty as to its accuracy. Consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. For details click here.