There is currently an outbreak of Measles in west Texas. The best way to protect yourself from Measles is by receiving the MMR vaccine. The CDC recommends 2 doses of the vaccine for children. Dose 1 of the vaccine should be administered between 12 to 15 months of age and dose 2 should be administered between the ages of 4 to 6 years. Older children, adolescents, and adults also need the MMR vaccine if they do not have evidence of immunity.

Additional Resources:

• https://www.cdc.gov/measles/vaccines/index.html
• https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/index.html
• https://www.dshs.texas.gov/vaccine-preventable-diseases/vaccine-preventable-disease-conditions/measles-rubeola