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Protect your family – the MMR vaccine.

Keeping my family safe is my top priority –

That’s why my children are having their MMR vaccine.

The MMR vaccine protects my little ones from Measles, Mumps and Rubella.

These are highly contagious diseases that can lead to serious illnesses.

Your child can have their first vaccine at 12 months – and then that all-important booster at three years four months.

The invitation for the vaccine will come from your GP or the national immunisation service.

There are two types of vaccine available in the UK including one that doesn’t contain porcine gelatine.

Your surgery is a safe place for your child to have their vaccine – all the measures are in place to protect against Covid-19.

It’s really important that you attend with your child for the first vaccine at 12 months –

and then that all-important booster at three years and four months.

It’s best to have the vaccines on time –

but don’t worry you can still catch up if your child has missed their vaccine.

No-one wants to put their child at risk –

so make sure your child is protected with the MMR vaccine.

You can find out more by following the web link at the end of this video.