Protect Yourself and Your Family
Measles cases have increased across the United States, with outbreaks reported in multiple states, including Virginia. Please visit the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) Measles Map for the latest information on measles activity in Virginia.
Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The virus can remain in the air for up to two hours after an infected person has left the area. Symptoms may include fever, cough, runny nose, red, watery eyes, and a rash.
Measles is preventable with the safe and effective MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine. One dose of the MMR vaccine is 93% effective at preventing measles, and two doses are 97% effective.
If you plan to travel this summer or are concerned about your risk of measles, make sure you are up to date on your MMR vaccination. Talk with your healthcare provider or the Student Health Center if you have questions about your vaccination status.
Where to get the MMR vaccinations
The MMR vaccine is available at most local pharmacies, including Giant, and other local community pharmacies.
To make vaccination even more convenient, Giant Pharmacy will also offer MMR vaccinations on campus during Move-In Day and one day each month throughout the fall semester (September, October, and November).
Please watch for campus email notifications and announcements with dates, times, and locations for these on-campus vaccination clinics.