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Measles is on the rise across the country. Although there is no outbreak in Denver, we are vulnerable. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University and the University of Texas at Austin recently identified Denver County as one of the top 25 counties most at risk to experience a measles outbreak.
Denver Health, Denver Public Health and Denver Public Schools want to keep your child safe, healthy and in school. The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is the best way to protect your child against measles. Make sure your child is fully immunized against this extremely contagious disease.
What does measles look like?
Protect your child against a measles outbreak. Get them vaccinated at a location near you.
At first, measles looks like a cough or cold, along with a high fever, sneezing and coughing. Then comes a rash all over your child’s body. About one in four people who get measles will be hospitalized.
Measles is very contagious. If a child with measles in your child’s classroom coughs or sneezes, the virus remains in the air for up to two hours and can infect your child during that time. The virus also stays alive on surfaces – like desks and counters.
When should my child get vaccinated?
The MMR vaccine is administered in two doses. The first dose is given when your child is between 12 and 15 months old. The second dose is given when your child is between four and six years old.
Missed a shot? See your doctor or nurse about how to catch up.
Children between ages 4 and 6 are required to have their final MMR vaccination, or a valid exemption, before entering kindergarten.
Do I need insurance?
The MMR vaccine is covered by insurance. The Denver Public Health immunization clinic, Denver Health and community partners listed below, accept most forms of insurance, including Medicaid, and also has no- and low-cost options. No child is ever turned away for inability to pay.
What if a measles case occurs in my child’s school?
If your child gets measles, your child must stay home for four days after he or she gets the rash.
If you cannot prove your child has been vaccinated or has had measles before, and they spend time with a child who has measles, your child is at risk. Your child must stay home and away from school until the outbreak is over. The outbreak ends 21 days after a rash appears on the last person sick at your school.
MMR Vaccination Locations
In our community, there are many low-cost, convenient locations where children can get their MMR vaccine. Some clinics require an appointment, others don’t.
There are 17 School-based Health Centers (SBHC) located in Denver Public Schools around the city. If there is not a location at your child's school, use the location most convenient for you. Parents and students can access care without an appointment as all clinics accept walk-ins, however, we recommend calling ahead to make sure there is room in the schedule. To make an appointment, call the Denver Health appointment line at 303-436-4949.
Abraham Lincoln Campus
2285 S. Federal Blvd.
Denver, CO 80219
Bruce Randolph Campus
3955 Steele St.
Denver, CO 80205
Evie Dennis Campus
4800 Telluride St.
Denver, CO 80249
Florence Crittenton Campus
55 S. Zuni
Denver, CO 80223
John F. Kennedy High School
2855 S. Lamar St.
Denver, CO 80227
Kepner Campus
911 Hazel Ct.
Denver, CO 80219
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy
2250 S. Quitman Way
Denver, CO 80219
Lake Campus
1820 Lowell Blvd.
Denver, CO 80204
Manual Campus
1700 E. 28th Ave.
Denver, CO 80205
Martin Luther King, Jr. Early College Campus
19535 E. 46th Ave.
Denver, CO 80249
Montbello Campus
5000 Crown Blvd.
Denver, CO 80239
North Campus
2960 N. Speer Blvd.
Denver, CO 80211
Place Bridge Academy - Open during summer!
7125 Cherry Creek North Dr.
Denver, CO 80224
Rachel B. Noel Campus
5290 Kittredge St.
Denver, CO 80239
South High School
1700 E. Louisiana Ave.
Denver, CO 80210
Thomas Jefferson High School
3950 S. Holly St.
Denver, CO 80237
Call Denver Health at 303-436-4949 to make an appointment at the family health center location most convenient for you.
*Please note that if the patient is new to Denver Health they would need to first have a new patient visit to establish care before scheduling an immunization appointment.
Locations:
Denver Health Rita Bass Trauma & EMS Education Institute
190 W. 6th Ave.
Denver, CO 80204
Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 28, Oct. 26, Nov. 16 and Dec. 14, 2019
Aurora Fire Station #2
12600 Hoffman Blvd., Aurora, CO
Clinics held the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Clinica Tepeyac
5075 Lincoln St.
Denver, CO 80216
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Call for an appointment: 303-458-5302
Inner City Health Center
3800 York St.
Denver, CO 80205
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Call for an appointment: 303-296-1767