The full form of MMR is Measles, Mumps, and Rubella. It's a vaccine that protects against these three contagious viral diseases.
The MMR vaccine is typically given to children in two doses: the first dose is given at 12-15 months of age, and the second dose is given at 4-6 years of age.
The MMR vaccine is very effective at preventing these diseases, which can cause serious complications, including pneumonia, encephalitis, and death.
Here are some additional details about the MMR vaccine:
- Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause fever, rash, cough, runny nose, and conjunctivitis (red eyes).
- Mumps is a viral infection that can cause swollen salivary glands, fever, headache, and muscle aches.
- Rubella (German measles) is a viral infection that can cause rash, fever, swollen glands, and joint pain.
The MMR vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect children from these diseases.
