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- Also known as Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccine
- Contains attenuated versions of measles, mumps, rubella
- Controversy in past over link to autism
- Most recent research finds no link to autism
- Manufacturers: Merck, GlaxoSmithKline, Sanofi Pasteur
- 1st licensed in 1963
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MMR Vaccine provides immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella. The MMR Vaccine is now given in two dosages, the first should be given at 12-15 months and the second at 4-6 years old.
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Disclaimer
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MMR Vaccine Questions
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When the MMR vaccine was introduced in Canada? 1 AnswerThe mumps vaccine was approved by the canadian government in 1969. The second mmr booster was introduced in 1996. read more -
Is it immoral to skip the flu vaccine? 5 AnswersPersonally, I don't see a strong connection between immorality and not getting a flu vaccine. But in a way, it can be also considered an immoral act esp. if yo... read more -
You have an at-home daycare and one of your children's parents is vehemently opposed to having their child vaccinated. Do you still accept.. 1 AnswerI would not, because I believe in every person's right to choose to live their beliefs. While the parent of an un-vacc'd child has made a choice, so too must I... read more -
A vaccine has been developed to combat HIV infection. What are your thoughts on this? 3 AnswersWell, they say that it just prevent some 30% infections. Certainly is far from being the end of the road, but it's a ste toward the goal. Now, I read this: "T... read more
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MMR Vaccine Controversy
- Wikipedia: MMR Vaccine Controversy
- Aphrodite Women's Health: MMR Vaccine Controversy Finally Resolved (July 26, 2006)
- HealthWatch: MMR and Autism – can a controversy be more one-sided?
- BBC News: Study backs safety of MMR vaccine (September 9, 2004)
- DukeHealth.org: Does the MMR Vaccine Cause Autism?
- News-Medicial.net: Study reveals impact of the MMR controversy on parents of children with autism
- EasyDiagnosis: Scientific Misconduct Masquerading as Medical .......
- MaldivesHealth: Can MMR Vaccine cause Autism? Beware of what your children...
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