Publish date: 5 June 2023
With cases of measles on the rise in the UK, parents and guardians are being urged to make sure that children are up to date with their vaccinations.
If your child has missed any routine vaccinations, such as those given to babies or before starting school, like the MMR to protect against Measles, Mumps and Rubella, talk to your GP practice or health visitor as soon as you can.
By the time teenagers leave school, they have typically been offered 18 vaccinations against different diseases, including booster doses which help them build strong immunity to last a long time.
Anyone who suspects they may have measles should stay at home and contact NHS 111 for advice, to help avoid spreading infections.
You can access information in different languages at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mmr-for-all-general-leaflet
To find out more, see: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/mmr-vaccine/