A 37-year-old member asked:

How long do i wait to give my child the second shot of seperate measles, mumps, & rubella?

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Dr. Susumu Inoue
Pediatric Hematology and Oncology 56 years experience
Until 4-5 yrs old: If your chilod had a MMR shot at age 12-15 months, then the next due will be at 4-5 years before he enters kindergarten. If he did not have yet, then i would give one right away, and the second one would be at 4-5 years.
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