Childhood Immunisations

Vaccinating your child helps protect them from illnesses like measles and whooping
cough, which can be serious. To check if they have missed any vaccines, look in their
red book or contact your GP practice. Get more information and see the full childhood
vaccination schedule here: www.nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations #GetVaccinated

Childhood infections like measles and whooping cough continue to spread in our
communities, with outbreaks linked to nurseries and schools across the country particularly
affecting young children.
Such infections can have a huge impact on your child’s life. They can miss out on school due
to time spent unwell, be hospitalised, and even experience life-long complications and
disability.
If your child isn’t vaccinated, they’re not protected.
It is important for parents to take up the offer of the free NHS childhood immunisation
programme as soon as they are offered ensure your child has the best protection.
However, if you or your child have missed a vaccine, it is never too late to check if you can
catch up.
We are calling on all parents to check their child’s red book to see if the children have
missed any vaccines or check with their GP if they are unsure.
Please visit www.nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations for the full immunisation timetable and
information on how to book.

NHS vaccinations and when to have them – NHS