Are you protected from Measles? Do you know your immunization status?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed there have been 626 individual cases of measles diagnosed across 22 states in the U.S. since the first of this year. We are on track to have the highest number of measles cases in the U.S. in 25 years as of April 23rd.
How can measles be prevented?
2 doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine – 2 doses of vaccine is 97% effective.
What if you don’t know your immunization status?
• Ask your doctor or public health clinic
• Check Wisconsin Immunization Registry (WIR) or check if the state you were vaccinated has an online record similar
• Get another MMR vaccine, there is no harm in being vaccinated again
Where to get an MMR vaccine?
Make an appointment at your doctor’s office, local pharmacy or health department. Students can contact Wellness Services at wellnessservices@lawrence.edu regarding vaccinations.
*Consult with your doctor with any vaccine concerns.
For more information about Measles check Wellness Services website.