Regarding the extension of the regular vaccination period for MR1 Phase 2 and Rubella Phase 5

Regarding the combined vaccine for measles and rubella (MR vaccine), for those whose regular vaccination period ends at the end of fiscal year 2024, if they were unable to receive the vaccine during fiscal year 2024 due to a supply shortage, the regular vaccination period will be extended by two years.

Eligible individuals for the extension of the regular vaccination period (those who could not receive the vaccination during the regular vaccination period)

Type	Eligible Persons for Extension	Vaccine to be used
MR1 Phase	Those who turn 2 years old during fiscal year 2024 (born between April 2, 2022, and April 1, 2023)	MR Vaccine
MR2 Period	First graders in the 7th year of Reiwa (born between April 2, 2018, and April 1, 2019)	MR Vaccine
Rubella 5th Phase	Among men born from April 2, 1962, to April 1, 1979, those who underwent antibody testing between April 1, 2014, and March 31, 2025, and had insufficient rubella antibodies (e.g., HI method 8 times or less, EIA method less than 6.0, etc.)	MR vaccine or rubella single vaccine

 

Note: For the 5th phase of rubella vaccination, it is possible to receive either the MR vaccine or the rubella-only vaccine. Please consult with your medical institution to decide on the vaccine you wish to receive. Additionally, depending on the supply situation of the MR vaccine, there may be a possibility of waiting for the desired vaccine to arrive before vaccination, so please be aware of this.

Extension Period

From April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2027

Vaccination Fee

Free (Fully covered by public funds)

Vaccination Process

For MR1 Phase 2

Make a vaccination appointment by phone at the designated medical institution (as stated in the "notification" that was sent).

(Belongings)

• Maternal and Child Health Handbook (a record of vaccinations)
• Pre-examination form (Please use the one previously sent along with the notification.)

If you do not have the pre-vaccination questionnaire from Inagi City due to reasons such as moving in or loss, please bring your Maternal and Child Health Handbook and come to the Inagi City Health Center. We will confirm your vaccination history and provide you with the pre-vaccination questionnaire.

Rubella 5th Phase

Make a reservation for vaccination by phone at the designated medical institution (check the "About Rubella Antibody Testing and Vaccination Medical Institutions" that was enclosed when the coupon was sent previously).

Please note that the designated medical institutions may change without prior notice. In that case, please contact the Inagi City Health Center.

(Belongings)

• Identity verification documents (Health Insurance Card, etc.)
• Document indicating that you have undergone a rubella antibody test and have low antibodies

Example) "Rubella antibody test receipt (copy for the individual)" and "documents that show low antibody levels against rubella"

About the Pre-examination Questionnaire for the 5th Phase of Rubella

We will provide it after confirming whether you are eligible for vaccination at the medical institution.