Author: NMCH Admin

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious health problems. For many, the summer is a time for holidays and visits to see family and friends, which seems to be driving a recent rise in measles cases. The free NHS MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine is given in two doses: First at 1 year oldSecond at around 3 years and 4 months Two doses provide the most effective protection. The summer months are a good opportunity to make sure your child’s vaccines are up to date to give them the best possible protection for the new school term. If…