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• Letter from Department of Public Health re Measles

  Thu 21 Mar 2024

   

  20 March 2024

   

  Dear Parents and Carers

  Measles (MMR) Vaccine Reminder

  There remains an increasing number of people with measles in Birmingham. Most of these are young children who have not had their MMR (measles) vaccine, although the numbers of adults getting measles is also increasing now too.

  Measles is a highly infectious disease, which can be very serious. Two doses of the MMR vaccine is the best protection against measles. Over 80% of Birmingham children and adults have had the MMR vaccine. We need everyone protected.

  The MMR vaccine is safe for every faith. There is a type of MMR vaccine that does not contain pork gelatine, so it can be used for people who do not touch any pork products. This vaccine is available at every GP practice, and it is free.

  Please contact your GP to book an appointment for Measles (MMR) vaccine.

  Children and adults can catch up on any missed vaccines. Children should have the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose at 3 years and 4 months old. Two doses of the MMR can provide life-long immunity.

  Up to a third to half of those with measles have been very ill and had to be admitted to hospital - this disrupts learning or work, and some people will suffer long-term effects from getting measles. Please ensure you and your loved ones are vaccinated this, Easter.

  Yours sincerely,

  Humera Sultan

  Consultant in Public Health, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council

  For more information visit:  Measles - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

• Safeguarding tips for your parents / guardians

  Wed 06 Mar 2024

  Supporting the wellbeing of children has never been so important. To assist you in doing this, SSS Safeguarding Team regularly produce fantastic free parental resources for you, please see the link below. These cover a range of topics including:

   

  •    Keeping your child safe online

  •    Tips for tackling sleep problems

  •    Tips for supporting your child through school anxiety

  •    Mental health and wellbeing

  •    Improving attendance

   

  https://ssslearning.co.uk/parentsandguardians