Second Measles Vaccine Dose Moved From Age Six to 18 Months, Says Health Ministry
Israel's Health Ministry is moving the second dose of the MMRV measles vaccine from age six to 18 months. This policy change aims to increase immunity following a significant measles outbreak that began in April 2025.
Why it matters
Adjusting immunization schedules is a critical public health strategy to curb infectious disease outbreaks and protect vulnerable populations.
Israel's Health Ministry said Wednesday it will give children the second dose of the combined MMRV vaccine at 18 months instead of age six, in response to an ongoing measles outbreak.
Straightforward reporting of government health policy changes and statistical data regarding an outbreak.
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