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British Journal of Infection Control, Vol. 8, No. 1, 18-22 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/14690446070080010901
© 2007 Infection Prevention Society

The MMR vaccine controversy — winners, losers, impact and challenges

P.F. MacDonald

Dudley Primary Care Trust, St John's House, Union Street, Dudley DY2 8PP

One of the biggest challenges to professionals involved in immunisation delivery in recent years has been the controversy surrounding the safety of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. This article explores the history of the vaccine, the controversy and its impact on uptake rates. In discussion potential winners and losers are considered with the conclusion being that there are very few winners among the affected healthcare professionals, children, parents, the NHS and UK government .

Key Words: Measles • mumps • rubella • MMR • immunisation • controversy


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