Does MMR give a lifetime of immunity?
The immunity that MMR gives is probably lifelong. It is known that individuals will remain immune for at least 30 years against measles, 23 years against rubella and 19 years against mumps – in other words, for the amount of time that the vaccines have been available. If in the future evidence shows that immunity is fading, decisions would be made about offering a further dose in, for example, the adult years.
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