- Measles is still common in many countries outside the Unites States and unvaccinated travelers continue to get measles.
- Students traveling abroad for spring or summer break should protect themselves with the measles vaccination.
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Traveling abroad for spring or summer break?
Not protected against measles? Get your measles vaccination.
Measles is a plan ride away. Since measles is still common in many countries, unvaccinated travelers continue to get measles in other countries and bring it into the U.S. and spread it to others.
Get vaccinated: Bring home fun souvenirs, photos, and fantastic memories, not measles!
Make sure you are up to date on your measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including before traveling internationally. Ask your doctor if you have receive all recommended doses of MMR for best protection against measles.
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