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Think measles: patient leaflet for young people

This leaflet explains the measles mumps rubella (MMR) vaccine to young people who may have missed their routine MMR vaccinations.

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Think measles, it's not just a kids' problem: measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) leaflet for young people

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This leaflet explains:

  • signs and symptoms of measles, mumps and rubella
  • the importance of calling ahead to the GP or clinic if you suspect you have measles
  • the importance of having the correct, complete doses of MMR
  • you can get MMR vaccination at any age, especially if you are not sure if you have had it

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