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As the measles outbreak continues in Texas, should some adults get revaccinated?

As the measles outbreak continues in Texas, should some adults get revaccinated?

The Dallas Morning News, March 5, 2025

Immunity from the measles vaccine available from 1963 to 1967 does not last as long as the current MMR vaccine, Dr. Scott Weaver tells the Morning News. People who received an early iteration of the measles vaccine may want to consider getting another shot, the Morning News reports.

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As the measles outbreak continues in Texas, should some adults get revaccinated?

As the measles outbreak continues in Texas, should some adults get revaccinated?

The Dallas Morning News, March 5, 2025

Immunity from the measles vaccine available from 1963 to 1967 does not last as long as the current MMR vaccine, Dr. Scott Weaver tells the Morning News. People who received an early iteration of the measles vaccine may want to consider getting another shot, the Morning News reports.

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