What is MMR? MMR stands for measles, mumps and rubella. These are three different infectious diseases which are caused by three different viruses. The transmission of these diseases is via coughing and sneezing in the air.
Who should have MMR vaccination?
All adults who have not completed vaccination for measles, mumps, or rubella during childhood ( two doses required)
Adults with uncertain vaccination status who are at higher risk of infection (e.g. educational institutions, healthcare
personnel, international travellers to areas with possible suboptimal vaccination coverage.
Unvaccinated women planning to become pregnant ( vaccination must be at least 3 months before conceiving)
Pre-vaccination, an antibodies test can be taken to assess if the vaccination is required.
How many doses are required? Two doses given at least 1 month apart.
Patients will be screened prior to the vaccination. Price does not include any related serological tests if they are deemed necessary after screening.
Applicable at Raffles Medical (Singapore) clinics. Please call the clinic prior.
Not applicable at Raffles Medical clinics at Changi Airport Transits 1, 2, 3, and 4, 24 Hour Emergency at Raffles Hospital, Raffles Health Screeners, and Raffles Specialist clinics.
Terms and conditions apply. Upon purchase, we will send to your email a redemption letter that you can use to redeem your vaccination. Please call your preferred clinic prior to your visit and present the letter on the day of your vaccination. Price is in Singapore dollars and inclusive of GST.
Measles Measles is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the measles virus. The illness begins with cough, runny nose and red eyes, followed by the appearance of a florid rash in a few days. Complication include inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) fits, ear infections, bronchitis and pneumonia.
Mumps Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the mumps virus. Initial signs and symptoms include fever, muscle pain, headache, poor appetite, and feeling tired This is then usually followed by painful swelling of one or both parotid salivary glands. Serious complications can arise from mumps such as brain infection, testicular inflammation, deafness and pancreas inflammation.
Rubella Rubella, also known as German measles, is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the Rubella virus. It presents with low-grade fever, rash, red eyes, runny nose and lymph node swelling, It can be associated with haemorrhagic complications, Guillain-Barré syndrome and brain infection in rare occasions. Importantly, rubella during the first 8 to 10 weeks of pregnancy may lead birth defects, miscarriage or stillbirth.
Precautions to note:
Those with allergic reaction to any vaccine component, a previous dose, or neomycin should not have it.
Pregnant women should not receive the vaccine.
Pregnancy should be avoided until 3 months after vaccination.
It is not recommended for those who are immunocompromised.
Those with suspected egg allergy should consult the doctor before having it.
Terms and Conditions
Price is in Singapore dollars and inclusive of GST.
Patients will be screened prior to the vaccination. Price does not include any related serological tests if they are deemed necessary after screening.
Upon purchase, we will send to your email, a redemption letter, that you can use to redeem your vaccination. This letter can only be used for the service indicated.
This letter must be presented upon registration at the clinic, together with your NRIC / Identification documents.
Applicable at Raffles Medical (Singapore) clinics.
Not applicable at Raffles Medical clinics at Changi Airport Transits 1, 2, 3, and 4, 24 Hour Emergency at Raffles Hospital, Raffles Health Screeners, and Raffles Specialist clinics.
Please call your preferred clinic prior to book your vaccine, and quote "Vaccinations E-health" and the selected vaccination.
Items in the service are non-exchangeable and non-refundable, including unutilised portion.
You may transfer the service to another person.
Not valid with other corporate programmes.
Listed terms are subject to change without prior notice.
Raffles Medical Group Ltd is not responsible for any loss or unauthorised use of the redemption letter.
