How effective and safe are measles vaccines?

a year ago

Measles vaccination is highly effective, reducing the chances of getting measles by 95% with one dose and even more with two doses.
Over ninety million lives have been saved by measles vaccinations in the last fifty years, preventing an estimated 2 to 3 million deaths annually.
Common side effects of the measles vaccine include mild fever and rash, while serious reactions like seizures or ITP are rare.
The MMR vaccine has no proven link to autism, developmental delays, brain damage, asthma, or diabetes.
Certain groups, such as babies under six months, immunocompromised individuals, and pregnant women, are not recommended to receive the MMR vaccine and rely on herd immunity.
High vaccination rates are crucial to protect vulnerable populations and prevent measles outbreaks.

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