Please make sure your child is up to date with their vaccinations and book an appointment at the surgery to catch up on missed doses. Two doses of the MMR vaccine can provide lifelong protection against measles.
Measles is more than just a rash. 1 in 5 children with measles will need hospital treatment. It can cause serious complications and in rare cases can be fatal.
If you are unsure if you or your child are up to date with your vaccinations, please contact the practice.
In England, you can choose to set up a power of attorney for health and welfare matters.
This should be someone who you trust to act on your behalf when making decisions about your health, and can only be used if you are unable to make these decisions on your own.
You can fill out the form online or call the Office of the Public Guardian on 0300 456 3000 and ask for a paper copy to be posted to you.