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VACCINATION AND IMMUNISATION
| 1st dose: Diptheria/Pertussis/Tetanus/Hib/Polio, + Pneumococcal infection |
2 months |
| 2nd dose: Diptheria/Pertussis/Tetanus/Hib/Polio, + Men C |
3 months |
| 3rd dose: Diptheria/Pertussis/Tetanus/Hib/Polio, + Men C + Pneumococcal infection |
4 months |
| Hib + Men C |
12 months |
| MMR (Measles/Mumps/Rubella) + Pneumococcal infection |
13 months |
| Pre-School boosters: Diptheria/Pertussis/Tetanus/Hib/Polio, + MMR |
3yrs 4mnths to 5 years |
| Tetanus/Diptheria/Polio |
13 - 18 years |
Childhood vaccinations and immunisations are carried out by the health visitors, with or without an appointment on Mondays between 2pm – 4pm.
Please let your health visitor know if this time is not convenient so that alternative arrangements can be made.
The health visitors can give you a great deal of practical help and advice. You may telephone them direct on 657150. If they are unavailable to speak to you directly, you can leave a message. The health visitors also arrange Well Baby Clinics on Wednesdays from 9am – 11:00am.
Immunisation is not only for children's benefit. Adults, particularly the elderly or those with chronic illness, can prevent some serious illnesses.
| Tetanus |
There is little justification for boosting with tetanus vaccine beyond the primary course followed by 2 reinforcing doses at 10 year intervals. Please check your tetanus status. |
| Hepatitis B |
Every 5 years for at-risk occupations - please see the nurse if you are in doubt. |
| Pneumovax |
A single vaccination will provide the over 65 year olds and those with chronic chest disorders. These can be given at any time during the year. |
| Influenza |
Annually for the over 65 year olds or those with regular chest infections or chronic illnesses (asthma, diabetes or heart disease). |
Travel Advice
The practice Nurse will provide up to date information on vaccinations required for travel purposes. Some courses are not provided as part of the NHS and fees are payable. Patients will be advised of this at the time of booking their appointment. The surgery is a registered Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre.
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