Tag Archives: Measles

Croydon among worst boroughs for measles vaccine uptake

Posted on February 17, 2026 by insidecroydon

The half-term break could not have come soon enough for some primary schools and health administrators in Croydon, where the vaccination rate for measles is lower than most of our neighbouring boroughs. Outbreaks of the measles virus among schoolchildren on … Continue reading →

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Rapid rise in measles cases forces NHS to issue vax appeal

Posted on March 13, 2024 by insidecroydon

As measles cases continue to rise in the capital, NHS London is calling on young people to ensure they have their vaccinations. UK Health Security Agency statistics reveal there have been 733 confirmed cases of measles since October 2023, with … Continue reading →

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Health bodies urge residents to ensure they have MMR cover

Posted on May 5, 2019 by insidecroydon

Croydon Council has accelerated its local Measles and Rubella Action Plan, to minimise the risk of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) spreading by ensuring more residents are vaccinated against these highly contagious diseases which can have serious, potentially fatal complications. … Continue reading →

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