Measles (MMR) Vaccination and Pop-Up Clinics – Protect Your Child
Measles is more than just a rash
Measles is a highly infectious viral illness. While it often starts with cold-like symptoms and a rash, it can lead to serious complications.
Possible complications of measles
- Blindness
- Hearing loss
- Brain damage
- Difficulty breathing
Measles can be very serious, especially for babies, young children, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems.
Protect your child – get them vaccinated
The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps and rubella. It is safe, effective and provides long-lasting protection.
In Wales, children are routinely offered:
- First dose at 12–13 months
- Second dose at 3 years 4 months
If your child has missed a dose, they can still catch up at any age.
Vaccination pop-up clinics
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is running community vaccination pop-up clinics to make it easier for families to get protected.
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- dallineb
- colli clyw
- niwed i’r ymennydd
- anawsterau anadlu
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