As measles cases rise in Tennessee, CVS Health® reminds residents that vaccines are available statewide
CVS Health highlights statewide availability of MMR vaccinations in Tennessee amid newly confirmed measles cases and explains who can receive them where.
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CVS Health (CVS) is reminding Tennessee residents that measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccines are available statewide at CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic locations.
Following confirmation of nine measles cases in Tennessee, eligible patients ages 3 and older can receive MMR shots at 134 CVS Pharmacy sites, while MinuteClinic clinicians may give the recommended second dose to children 4 to 6 years old and booster doses for certain higher-risk groups.
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CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic® offer MMR vaccinations to help protect eligible patients and communities
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, measles is a disease that spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Common symptoms of measles include fever, which may exceed 104°F, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes, followed by a red, blotchy rash. Symptoms can appear seven to 14 days after exposure but may take up to 21 days.
Measles is highly contagious. If one person has it, up to 9 out of 10 people nearby will become infected if they are not protected. An infected person can spread measles to others even before knowing they have the disease—from four days before developing the measles rash through four days afterward. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent the spread of measles.
The MMR vaccine may provide some protection if given within the first three days (72 hours) after exposure to measles. It is also important for anyone who has not been vaccinated to receive the MMR vaccine to help protect against measles (also mumps and rubella) during future measles exposure. Measles can be prevented with measles-containing vaccines. The CDC recommends two doses of the MMR vaccine, typically administered at 12 to 15 months of age and again at 4 to 6 years of age.
Patients ages 3 and older can receive the MMR vaccine at any of the 134 CVS Pharmacy locations in
People are considered immune to measles if they have received two MMR vaccines or were born before 1957. Measles booster vaccines are also available for certain groups, including college students, international travelers and health care personnel. Individuals in these populations should consult a health care professional to determine whether they need an additional dose. Pharmacy and MinuteClinic staff can assist patients in determining whether the vaccine is covered by their insurance plan.
While walk-ins are accepted at CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic, patients are encouraged to schedule a vaccination appointment at CVS.com or via the CVS Health app in advance to ensure vaccine availability. Vaccination appointments at MinuteClinic can also be scheduled by visiting MinuteClinic.com.
About CVS Health
CVS Health is a leading health solutions company simplifying health care one person, one family and one community at a time. As of June 30, 2026, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 87 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated 37 million people through a broad range of health insurance products and related services. The Company's integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.
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Who can receive the MMR vaccine at CVS Pharmacy locations in Tennessee?
Patients ages 3 and older can receive the MMR vaccine at any of the 134 CVS Pharmacy locations in Tennessee.
What MMR doses can be given at MinuteClinic, and to which age group?
At MinuteClinic, nurse practitioners and physician associates can provide the recommended second MMR vaccination to children 4 to 6 years old. The first dose at 12 to 15 months is not given at CVS Pharmacy or MinuteClinic.
Who is considered immune to measles under current guidance?
People are considered immune to measles if they have received two MMR vaccines or were born before 1957.
Which groups may need a measles booster dose?
Measles booster vaccines are available for certain groups, including college students, international travelers and health care personnel. These individuals should consult a health care professional to determine whether they need an additional dose.
How can patients schedule an MMR vaccination appointment?
Walk-ins are accepted at CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic, but patients are encouraged to schedule in advance via CVS.com or the CVS Health app. Appointments at MinuteClinic can also be scheduled at MinuteClinic.com.