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Babies can now get protected against meningitis B earlier**: The vaccine schedule has been updated so babies can receive the meningitis B vaccine sooner than before, giving them protection at a younger age when they're most vulnerable.
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Talk to your doctor about your child's vaccines**: If you have a baby or young child, check with your GP or health visitor to make sure they're getting the meningitis B vaccine at the right time according to the new schedule.
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Measles protection still needs attention**: While many families are choosing the chickenpox vaccine, some children are still missing out on measles protection—make sure your child gets all the vaccines recommended in their schedule, including the MMR vaccine.
Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.
Source: UKHSA · Read full article ↗
There has been good early uptake of chickenpox-containing MMRV, but a measles coverage gap persists across England.
📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
Read full article on UKHSA ↗
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