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Measles

Parents warned of ‘very concerning’ surge in measles ahead of new school term

The UKHSA has stepped up its efforts to boost childhood vaccinations, amid 62% of measles cases reported in children aged 10 and under

UK measles outbreak: why are cases rising?

What is behind the spate of recent measles outbreaks?

Measles outbreak declared a ‘national incident’

Statistics from the UKHSA heave revealed a significant increase in measles cases in the UK, with 59% of measles cases in 2023 reported in children under 10 years old.

Doctors urged to watch for measles, as vaccine rate dips

Doctors told to be on high alert as vaccine rates among children have dropped to a record low.

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