The facts about the MMR vaccine for babies aged 15 months
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The facts about the MMR vaccine for babies aged 15 months

Published:
HPA, August 2004
Description:
This booklet provides the facts about the MMR vaccine against measles, mumps and rubella. It outlines the serious complications that can arise from these diseases, provides information on the side effects from the vaccine, discusses the reports linking the vaccine to autism and gives information on how to treat a fever. It also contains a supporting statement that is endorsed by a number of local professional bodies.
Format:
A6, 12 pages, booklet
Other formats:
Also available as a PDF in Arabic (257kb), Cantonese (307kb), English (267kb), Hindi (292kb), Irish (88kb), Portuguese (87kb) and Urdu (246kb).
Target group:
Parents and health professionals
Additional information:
Available from Central Health Promotion Resource Services and GP surgeries.
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