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Are you protected against measles, mumps and rubella?
They spread easily and can lead to blindness, meningitis, sepsis and in rare cases, even dealth.
The MMR vaccine gives long-term protection against measles, mumps and rubella.
Protect your child against measles, mumps and rubella by arranging their MMR Vaccines
Visit nhs.uk to find out more about the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine
Measles
We are currently experiencing a rise in measles in the borough.
Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and can cause serious problems in some people.
Please call your GP surgery before you walk in or call NHS 111 for advice if you suspect, you or your child may have measles.
If you need to visit A&E in an emergency, it is important that you inform the team as soon as you arrive to reduce transmitting the virus to other at-risk patients in the waiting area.
For more advice including signs and symptoms, please visit the NHS webpage
Published: Apr 26, 2024
