Oregon plans COVID vaccine updates for fall 2025

Oregon health officials expect COVID-19 vaccines may be updated for the 2025-2026 season, but the current vaccines available for those 65 and older or with weakened immune systems will remain the same as last fall. For individuals who received measles vaccinations between 1963 and 1968, a booster may be considered if the original vaccine was less effective. Current guidelines recommend one dose of the MMR vaccine for those of Claudia's age. A measles outbreak in Texas is caused by "rubeola," the scientific name for measles, not rubella, which is also known as German measles. Rubella has been eliminated in the Americas since 2009.