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Who is eligible for publicly funded measles. Mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine?
Children
As part of the routine schedule in New Brunswick, children can receive a combined measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccine in a series of two doses at 12 and 18 months.
Children 6-11 months who are travelling outside of Canada can receive one dose of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. If MMR is given before 12 months of age, the child will require two doses of MMRV after 12 months of age (routine schedule at 12 and 18 months).
Adults
As part of the routine schedule in New Brunswick, adults born in 1970 or later who have not previously received two doses of MMR (at 12 months or later) are eligible to receive two doses of MMR or MMRV vaccine (one month apart) or receive one dose if they have had one previous dose f in childhood.
Adults born before 1970 are presumed to have acquired immunity from past exposure to the measles virus and therefore don’t require a vaccine.
However, if they plan to travel outside of Canada, they should consider receiving one dose of MMR vaccine before their journey. This dose is not currently publicly funded but can be provided at any travel clinic listed here: Travel Medicine | New Brunswick Pharmacists' Association (nbpharma.ca).
Where can I receive publicly funded MMR vaccine if I am eligible?
In New Brunswick, Primary Care Providers administer immunizations to children and adults.
Public Health offices administer immunizations to children. As an interim support measure, adults can also contact their Public Health office to check availability for an appointment.
What if I am travelling outside Canada?
The government of Canada provides advice for travellers at Travel health notices.
Adults who are planning to travel should consult their primary care provider or a travel clinic:
Travel Medicine | New Brunswick Pharmacists' Association (nbpharma.ca)
Please note most immunization services offered for travellers are not publicly funded.
How do I obtain a record of my MMR Immunizations?
- Register online at MyHealthNB.gnb.ca to obtain a record of all your immunizations. The paper record of Immunization provided when vaccinated will continue to be the official record. Keep your immunization record in a safe place.
- If the information on your record is incorrect or you received immunizations outside of New Brunswick and want them added, you can send an email to [email protected].
- If your vaccine is not available at MyHealthNB, contact the place you received your vaccines: your primary health-care provider, your pharmacy, or your local Public Health office,