MEASLES, MUMPS, RUBELLA, CHICKENPOX (MMRV)

Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Chickenpox (MMRV) The 4 in 1 Vaccine

This investigational research study is testing a 4 in 1 vaccine designed to protect your child against four childhood diseases; measles, mumps, rubella (German measles), and varicella (commonly referred to as chickenpox). All children will receive a vaccine to help protect against MMRV, In addition, all children will receive the standard vaccines to protect against hepatitis A and bacterial diseases like meningitis.

Take a moment to consider and answer the questions below to see if your child may be eligible to participate in this study.

1. Is your child between the ages of 12 – 14 months? Or will they shortly reach this age?

2. Has your child previously received 3 doses or the 7 - valent pneumococcal vaccine (Prevnar) in the first year of life?

3. Has your child been previously vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella (German measles) or chickenpox?

4. Has your child ever received a vaccine for hepatitis A

Benefits to Participation:

Vaccinations at no cost to you

Close monitoring of your child’s health as it relates to the study

Compensation for your time and travel

If you are interested or need more information, contact the study coordinator for Dr. Richard Aguilar and Dr. Tom Patterson; Vickie Rose at 463-3101 or email vickirose@saltzermed.com