Cases of Measles are increasing in the UK. Measles can be a very serious disease and cause severe, even life threatening complications. Make sure your child is protected – it is never too late to catch up!
2 doses of the MMR vaccine are needed for 95% protection against Measles. If you are unsure of your child’s vaccination status you can check via the following avenues:
If your child is not fully vaccinated, and you haven’t already made an appointment with your GP for MMR vaccination you can access one of our drop-in sessions at our vaccination centres.
Available at:
& Friday 3 May: 9.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Wednesday 1 May: 11.30am-2.00pm & 3.00pm-6.30pm & Thursday 2 May: 9.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4.30pm
COWSHAAC Welshpool (1st Clive's Own Welshpool Scout Headquarters and Community) - Centre) Tuesday 30 April: 10.15am - 12.15pm & 1.15pm - 3.15pm
Ystradgynlais Rugby Club - Wednesday 1 May: 10.45am - 12.15pm & 1.15pm - 3.15pm
Bro Ddyfi Hospital - Wednesday 1 May: 10.45am - 12.15pm & 1.15pm - 3.15pm
Howey Village Hall (Llandrindod) - Monday 29 April & Tuesday 30 April: 10.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Knucklas Community Centre (Knighton) - Friday 3 May: 10.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 3.30pm
For further information on Measles please visit: 111.wales.nhs.uk/encyclopaedia/m/article/measles/
Released: 26/04/2024