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Immunize your child against rubella when he's about 12 - 15 months of age. Then ensure he gets a booster around the age of 6. As with all immunizations, there may be mild side effects so be sure to discuss the risks with your pediatrician.

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Can you prevent rubella?

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What is rubella vaccine used for?

MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) is the vaccine used to prevent rubella.


What vaccine is used for rubella virus?

MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) is the vaccine used to prevent rubella.


What does mmr vaccine prevent?

MEASLES, MUMPS, RUBELLA


What are the uses of the rubella vaccine?

Rubella virus vaccine is used to prevent rubella infection (German measles). It works by stimulating the body to produce antibodies to rubella. Rubella is a highly contagious disease that is caused by a virus. In children, the disease is usually mild with fever and a rash.


Why was MMR introduced?

To prevent the occurence of measles, mumps, and rubella.


What can MMR vaccine for measles prevent?

Measles, Mumps, Rubella.


How is exposure to rubella by a pregnant woman treated?

Exposure to chickenpox or rubella by a nonimmune pregnant woman may be treated with an injection of immune globulin to help prevent fetal transmission.


Is rublla a virus?

Yes, rubella is a viral infection caused by the rubella virus. It is a contagious disease that can cause a mild fever and rash, particularly dangerous for pregnant women as it can lead to serious birth defects in the fetus. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent rubella infection.


What does MMR treat?

MMR does not treat disease. It is a vaccination given to prevent measles, mumps, and rubella.


Does rubella involve a vector?

No, rubella does not involve a vector. It is a contagious viral infection caused by the rubella virus, which is transmitted primarily through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Direct contact with the virus from surfaces or infected individuals can also lead to transmission. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent the spread of rubella.


What are some of rubella virus fatalities?

In the past, rubella caught by a pregnant woman was dangerous, and usually fatal, for a fetus. One actress, Gene Tierney, lost a baby to the virus many years ago. There was a vacine given for rubella for many years to help prevent this.