Measles (MMR) Vaccination

Measles is a highly infectious viral illness that can result in serious and life threatening complications.

Travel is still the most common way in which the measles virus is spread. It passes on in humans by airborne droplets. Initial symptoms include fever runny nose, conjunctivitis and cough. A rash that starts from the head and spreads to the trunk and limb may appear a few days later. may appear

The MMR vaccination is suitable for the active immunisation against measles, mumps, and rubella in individuals at risk of these diseases, for example due to travel from the age of 6 months and above.

For more information on Measles and it’s prevention by vaccination, visit

https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/disease/116/measles