PSA: I just learned that those who received a measles vaccine between 1963 and 1967 may want to consider a booster.

Apparently, the original measles vaccine was an inactive vaccine rather than a live vaccine. That inactive vaccine may not give the same protection as the later live vaccine.

With measles on the rise in certain areas, those who want the protection may wish to get a booster shot.

https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/should-you-get-a-measles-vaccine-booster

Another group that may be at risk is adults who were immunized between 1963, when the first measles vaccine was approved, and 1967. During that period, some children received an inactivated (killed) measles vaccine that was less effective than the live vaccine. If you know that you got the inactivated vaccine and not the live one, or aren’t sure, you should get at least one dose of the live MMR vaccine, according to the CDC. The CDC provides more information on how many MMR shots you may need—if you still aren’t sure, you should ask your doctor.

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