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Measles is on the rise: is your child protected?

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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:

  • Immunisation details are available in your child’s Red Book
  • Call 01874 442 510 (Mon-Fri 11am-4pm)

 

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:                                 

  • Bronllys Hospital Vaccination Centre – Thursday 2 May: 11.30am-2.00pm & 3.00pm-6.30pm

     & Friday 3 May: 9.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30pm - 4.30pm

  • Newtown Vaccination Centre – Monday 29 April: 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

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