What to know about vaccine booster shots as measles spreads in Texas
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In Texas, at least 90 cases of measles have been reported in recent weeks across the northwest part of that state. Among those cases are five people who say they’ve been vaccinated. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. It’s not known whether those five cases were fully vaccinated. Whether you’re watching this unfold from Texas or elsewhere, you might be wondering: Should you look into getting a booster shot for measles or other infectious diseases?
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Main Idea: As measles spreads in Texas, health experts say most adults do not need a measles booster, but they may need other vaccine boosters depending on age, health, and past vaccination records.
Key Points:
- If you got two MMR shots as a child, you usually do not need a measles booster, even during an outbreak.
- People who do not know their vaccine history, or who only had one dose, should check with their doctor or local health officials.
- Some adults do need regular boosters, including tetanus and whooping cough, because protection fades over time.
- Certain people, such as those with weak immune systems, no spleen, or travel risks, may need extra vaccine doses for meningitis or other diseases.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Measles outbreaks can worry families and cause missed work, school, and doctor visits, especially for people who are not fully vaccinated or do not know their records.
Positive Impact
The article may reassure most adults that a measles booster is usually not needed, while reminding people when other routine boosters can help protect babies and high-risk communities.
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- Dr. Priya SampathkumarpersonMajorAI selected
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