Did you know that there is currently a measles outbreak in West Texas? | Health and wellness services

Since the end of January, over 200 cases of measles have been identified in the South Plains region in Texas, and more than 30 cases have been reported in Lea County, New Mexico, which borders on Texas.

Measles is a very contagious breath virus that causes a high fever, cough, liquid nose, red, aqueous eyes and rash. Measles spread through cough and sneezing and can cause serious health complications.

The measles, mumps and rubella vaccine (MMR) offers the best protection against measles. This vaccine offers long -lasting protection against measles (lifelong service life).

You can see whether you have received the MMR vaccine by watching your childhood vaccination.

You can get this data record in different ways:

1. State records
   Many states offer a vaccine register in which the vaccines that they have received in this state are described. Those who were vaccinated in Colorado can access their recording via the Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS).

2. Doctor's office for children
   You can also contact the doctor's office in childhood to check whether you record your vaccines.

3. Elementary school records
   Most states require the MMR vaccine if they attend public school. Depending on when you are attended, your primary school can still have your vaccine documents.

4. Cu requirements
   Most students submit a copy of their MMR vaccine records as part of their health requirements. You can check uploaded data records by visiting the website of the immunization requirements in your student health portal. The immunization rate for MMR on the campus on the CU Boulder is> 95% of the enrolled students.

If you do not have an immunization data or are not sure whether you have received the MMR vaccine, medical services can carry out a blood test to determine whether they are vaccinated. Those with a valid vaccine data set do not have to be tested.

How do I know if I received two doses of the MMR vaccine?

You can contact the doctor's office in your childhood and visit state vaccine registers (Access to Colorado's registration) Or inquire about records in your elementary school.

What if I am not sure about my vaccination status or immunity?

If you do not have an immunization data or are not sure whether you have received the MMR vaccine, medical services can carry out a blood test to determine whether they are vaccinated. Those with a valid vaccine data set do not have to be tested.

Is blood tests covered by my insurance?

Please call your insurance company to check whether testing is covered.

Is the MMR vaccine covered by insurance?

Routine vaccines such as the MMR are usually covered by insurance plans. To determine any costs for expenses, please call your insurance company.