Thank you for visiting our VaxInfo page, where you can find updates about the Measles and MMR Vaccine, the COVID-19 Vaccine, RSV Protection, and more at Boulder Medical Center.

FAQ: Measles and MMR Vaccine

What is the current measles situation in the United States?

As of April 10, 2025, there are 712 confirmed measles cases in the United States, 3 of which are in Colorado.

Should I receive a “booster” dose of the measles vaccine (MMR) to prevent measles?

No. Booster doses are NOT RECOMMENDED for adults or children. Recipients who have received the recommended two doses of the MMR vaccine have lifelong immunity.

What is the recommended MMR vaccination schedule?

The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella. The recommended schedule is:

• Children
  • 1st dose: 12–15 months old
  • 2nd dose: 4–6 years old
• Older children, teens, and adults
  • • 1–2 doses if they do not have proof of immunity
•  Travelers
  • Anyone traveling internationally should be fully vaccinated.
  • Infants 6–11 months old should receive one dose before traveling.

As an adult, how many doses of the MMR vaccine should I receive?

• • Adults born before 1957, except healthcare personnel
  • Adults born 1957 or later, who are at low risk and who have already received one or more documented doses of live measles vaccine
  • Adults with laboratory evidence of immunity or laboratory confirmation of current or past measles infection
• One Dose:

• • High-risk adults without any prior documented live measles vaccination and no laboratory evidence of immunity or documented prior measles infection, including healthcare personnel, international travelers born in 1957 or later, or people attending colleges or post-high school educational institutions.

How effective is the MMR vaccine against measles?

Two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective at preventing measles.

What should I do if I think I’ve been exposed to measles?

Contact your primary care provider as soon as possible for guidance.

Will insurance cover the MMR vaccine?

Coverage varies by insurance plan. Please get in touch with your insurance provider directly to confirm coverage.

Covid Vaccine

The updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines are now available. Please call your provider’s office to schedule.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Protection for Infants and Older Adults

For Infants (Beyfortus or Abrysvo)

• • RSV Vaccine – given during pregnancy
    • Protection is passed to the baby during pregnancy.
    • The vaccine is given to the child’s parent during the 32 – 36 weeks of pregnancy.
    • Given September – January.
    • It is now available at Boulder Medical Center. Please call to schedule your appointment or discuss it with your provider during your next visit.
  • RSV Antibody – given to baby
    • Provides direct protection to the baby.
    • Recommended for babies younger than eight months.
    • Given October through January.
    • A dose of RSV antibody is also recommended for some children between the ages of 8 and 19 months if deemed still at risk for severe RSV. Discuss with your provider whether your child should receive an additional dose.
    • Will be available in Boulder Medical Center clinics starting October 1. Please call to schedule your appointment or discuss with your provider during your next visit.

RSV Protection – For Older Adults (Abrysvo) 

• • RSV can be dangerous for certain adults. The CDC recommends an RSV vaccine if you are aged 75 years and older or if you are aged 60-74 and are at increased risk for severe RSV. Consult with your provider to determine what is best for you.
  • Now available at Boulder Medical Center. Please call to schedule your appointment or discuss with your provider during your next visit.