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The speaker examines the package insert for the Merck MMR vaccine, prompted by an article about rising measles cases. The insert indicates the vaccine is for those 12 months and older, contains a live, attenuated virus that can be shed to others, and lists potential adverse events like febrile seizures and thrombocytopenia. Giving the vaccine to pregnant individuals may increase risk of spontaneous abortion, stillbirths, premature delivery, and congenital defects.
The rubella component uses WI-38 human diploid lung fibroblasts, cells from an aborted fetus. The insert states the vaccine hasn't been evaluated for carcinogenic, mutagenic potential, or fertility impairment. Common side effects include fever and rash; less common ones include swelling of the testicles and joint pain. Rare but serious side effects include breathing difficulty, bleeding, bruising, seizures, and severe headache. Fetal bovine serum is also listed as an ingredient. The speaker presents this information for informed consent.