Measles Vaccine

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 09:02:23 -0400

Dear Members of the UMBC Community,

The Maryland Department of Health has announced there has been three confirmed cases of measles in Maryland. There are no reported cases at UMBC. Measles vaccine is required for students at UMBC. Students not in compliance with this requirement risk losing the ability to enroll in classes.

Please take this opportunity to check your vaccine records to ensure that you are in one of the following categories:

Received two doses of measles–containing vaccine (typically MMR) on or after the person’s first birthday;

Had a blood test showing immunity to measles;

Were born in the United States prior to January 1, 1957 (a time when measles was common). Please note that there is no age cut–off for immunity in persons born outside the U.S. This means those born outside of the U.S. need two doses of MMR regardless of age.

Measles vaccine is available at University Health Services on campus and at many of the surrounding pharmacies. Measles vaccine is covered by many insurance providers.

If you have any questions or need further information regarding steps to ensure you are in compliance with UMBC's requirements, please contact University Health Services at 410-455-2542 for medical consultation.

Bruce Herman, Director, University Health Services and Counseling Center