measles warning

Urgent measles warning as UK hit by landmark case of the Victorian-era disease

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Urgent measles warning as UK hit by landmark case of the Victorian-era disease

A new case of measles has popped up in Northern Ireland, and it’s the first one in seven years. Health bosses are telling everyone that this old sickness is back and they’re doing everything they need to do. The Public Health Agency (PHA) has let people who were close to the sick person know what’s … Read more

Medic issues measles warning – some children may risk ‘life changing complications’

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Medic issues measles warning – some children may risk ‘life changing complications’

A top medic is calling on parents to ensure their children are fully vaccinated against measles amid an outbreak of cases in the UK. Wales’ chief medical officer, Sir Frank Atherton, is urging people to take up the offer of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine (MMR) or risk their children’s health. Sir Frank warned … Read more