Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccine Available at Rite Aid Pharmacies Nationwide
April 16 2019 - 10:00AM
Business Wire
With an increase in measles cases being reported in many parts
of the country, Rite Aid announced today that Measles-Mumps-Rubella
(MMR) vaccinations are available upon request at Rite Aid
pharmacies nationwide based on Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
vaccine guidelines and state regulations. No appointment is
necessary and vaccinations from a Rite Aid certified immunizing
pharmacist are available during normal pharmacy business hours.
As of April 11, 2019, there are currently 555 confirmed cases of
measles, in the United States, according to the CDC. To learn more
about the CDC’s vaccine guidelines and state regulations, patients
can visit Rite Aid’s Vaccine Central at
www.RiteAid.com/vaccinecentral, where they will find information
about the immunizations available in their state, access
educational resources on immunizations and complete a free
immunization evaluation.
“At Rite Aid, all of our pharmacists are certified immunizers
that can vaccinate patients against a number of diseases, including
measles, based on CDC's vaccine guidelines and state regulations,”
said Rite Aid vice president of clinical services, Summer Kerley.
“Our focus is on providing value-based care that improves the
health outcomes of patients and the communities where we operate
and offering immunizations is a key component of that focus.”
According to the CDC, measles is a highly contagious disease
caused by a virus that spreads through the air when an infected
person coughs or sneezes. Measles starts with fever and soon causes
a cough, runny nose and red eyes before a rash of tiny, red spots
occurs.
The CDC recommends children get two doses of MMR vaccine,
starting with the first dose at 12 through 15 months of age, and
the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age. Children can receive
the second dose earlier as long as it is at least 28 days after the
first dose. Adults who do not have evidence of immunity should get
at least one dose of MMR vaccine. Pregnant women should not get MMR
vaccine. Patients should consult their local Rite Aid pharmacist
with any questions they may have.
About Rite Aid Corporation
Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) is one of the nation's leading
drugstore chains with fiscal 2019 annual revenues of $21.6 billion.
Information about Rite Aid, including corporate background and
press releases, is available through the company's website at
www.riteaid.com.
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