An update on measles from our Director of Public Health With measles cases rising in London, Dr Catherine Mbema, our Director of Public Health, has recorded a video explaining why children should have both doses of the safe and effective vaccine. Our MMR (measles vaccine) webpage has more information about measles as well as some answers to frequently-asked questions. […]
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According to NHS England more than 32,000 children across London at risk of catching measles as new school term gets underway Nine in ten unvaccinated classmates susceptible MMR uptake lowest in a decade Measles cases rising in London With millions of children across the country going back to or starting school this term, the NHS
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HALF TERM VACCINATION DRIVE LAUNCHED IN LEWISHAM TO KEEP YOUNG PEOPLE IN SCHOOL AND COLLEGE AND PROTECT EDUCATION The Department for Education and the NHS is urging 12-17 year olds in Lewisham to get fully vaccinated this half term to protect them from COVID-19 and help keep their education on track. Just 35.6% of 12-15
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Over the pandemic it has often been difficult to make and keep appointments but vaccinations are the best way to protect your baby against many childhood illnesses, for example measles, meningitis and rubella. There are several routine vaccinations that will be offered to your child from the age of eight weeks. Vaccinations are quick, safe
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This autumn/winter it’s essential you protect yourself and others against flu. Many adults, most children and all pregnant women are eligible for a free flu vaccine. Book your appointment now. www.nhs.uk/wintervaccinations
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Health Visitors are registered nurses or midwives with a specialist qualification in public health. They work with families who have children between the ages of 0 and five. Lewisham Health Visiting Services are provided by Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, and Health Visitors work in five teams, across the Borough. What your Health Visitor
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Hi Everyone My name is Patricia. I am a Family Outreach Worker with Lewisham Children & Family Centres. My role is to support parents and carers to access local activities and children centre services. How are you all doing? Good I hope. Let’s talk about – Childhood immunisations. Immunisation is the best way to protect
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Preparing to go back to school is a stressful time for everyone, even without having to navigate the ‘New Normal’ of Covid 19 and coming out of lockdown. We have put together some links, articles and songs that we hope will help support you and your family at this time. Preparing to go back to
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