You might have wondered whether the very vaccines used to protect us from various diseases are safe or not. This kind of doubt or uncertainty about the vaccine is due to some old myth that we hear about it. Moreover, they can mislead society against the easiest way of disease prevention. Today, we are going to burst the myths that surround the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccine safety.

What are the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccines?

A MMR vaccine is a combination of live vaccines which offer a long term protection of measles, mumps and rubella disease. The vaccines can help to stimulate the immune response of childrens from 13-15 months of age against those three viral infections. After that a booster dose at 4 to 6 years can effectively prevent MMR viruses in children.

Tresivac Injection is the Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccine which is produced in India.

MMR Vaccine: Debunking Myths, Revealing Facts

S.No

Myth 

Facts

1.

MMR vaccine causes autism

No, there is no evidence that proves the link between MMR vaccines and autism in children. Due to the age similarities in the origin of autism and the MMR vaccination schedule, people might be confused about the fear of autism in MMR vaccines. A misleading paper published that links the MMR vaccine and autism in 1998 can even make these myths spread stronger.

2.

Vaccines are not tested properly.

Like other medicines, MMR vaccines are clinically tested before they are released into the market. Their safety and efficacy are thoroughly studied and observed under proper supervision.

3.

MMR vaccines can lead to viral infection.

Vaccines are made of either live or inactivating the pathogen or its particle. Similarly, the MMR vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine that was weakened to infect the individual. This microbial content is unable to infect the individuals. Rather, it can induce the antibody to be produced in the body.

4.

MMR can be prevented by maintaining proper hygienic activities.

No, Following a proper hygiene practice can help to reduce the chance of communicable infection but it is not only efficient to prevent the viral infections like MMR.

5.

MMR vaccines are only for children.

Anyone can get the MMR vaccine, it can prevent infection in adults who are more prone to the infection. You can get the vaccine at any age if you have not been vaccinated in your childhood. Consult your doctor for further details.

6. 

Children are too young to get MMR vaccines.

No, the MMR vaccine can be given to 12-month-old children. The CDC has recommended getting the 1st dose of MMR vaccine at the age 12-15 months and the second dose at 4-6 years.

How effective is the MMR vaccine?

The MMR vaccine is more effective in preventing the children from measles, mumps, and rubella in children, which can lead to serious infections like meningitis, blindness, and hearing loss. Children are more prone to these three types of infection, which can be fatal if it is not treated properly. However, after the evolution of the MMR vaccine, it has given 96% protection against measles, around 86% protection against mumps, and 89% protection against rubella.

Conclusion

MMR is a shield of protection which can protect against three different kinds of infection in children. Individuals who have kids and who are playing an responsible role of parenthood need to be aware of this kind of myth and get the protection for your kids at the right time before it affects them. Moreover, we need to spread awareness about the importance of MMR vaccination rather than spreading the myth which can mislead.