The Big MMR Catch-Up

Posted on May 10th, 2023

With WHO announcing recently that there could be a resurgence of measles in Europe this year, NHSE are focusing on measles as a preventable disease, and specifically the MMR vaccine.

There is a clear commitment within the NHS Long-Term Plan (LTP) to increase uptake in the MMR immunisation programme to meet the WHO target of 95% coverage with two doses of MMR vaccine by age 5 years. This is essential in order to regain and maintain measles elimination status for the UK and prevent measles outbreaks from occurring.

If you haven’t had your MMR vaccine, please phone our appointments team to book in!