MMR

Devon adds its voice to MMR campaign

Devon’s Director of Public Health is urging parents to ensure their children have had their MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccinations, following a measles outbreak in Wales.

Dr Virginia Pearson’s message is part of a national joint campaign between the Association for Directors of Public Health, Public Health England – the government organisation responsible for immunisation; and...

Plymouth parents urged to ensure their children have MMR

Plymouth City Council's Public Health Team is calling on all parents to make sure their children have had the measles vaccination following the outbreak in Wales.

Kevin Elliston, acting Director for Public Health said: “While there have been no confirmed cases of measles in the city in the last 12 months, we must not be complacent. I’d urge all parents to make sure their children get...