The most effective preventive measure against mumps is vaccination.
In India, the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine is administered.
MMR vaccine is given at 9-12 months and a booster dose is given at 16-24 months.
As per experts, low vaccination against mumps is the reason why most of the mumps infected patients in the hospital are between the age of 6-7 years of age.
“Children are more vulnerable to the mumps because their immune systems are still developing.
The most effective preventive measure against mumps is vaccination. In India, the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine is administered. MMR vaccine is given at 9-12 months and a booster dose is given at 16-24 months. As per experts, low vaccination against mumps is the reason why most of the mumps infected patients in the hospital are between the age of 6-7 years of age.
“Children are more vulnerable to the mumps because their immune systems are still developing. They often socialize in close quarters at preschools and schools, which exacerbates the spread of viruses. Developing appropriate hygiene habits, such as washing your hands frequently and not sharing personal items, is essential to ensuring the health of your children,” said Dr Shreya Dubey - Consultant - Neonatology & Paediatrics, CK Birla hospital Gurgaon.
